Vexing

Pronunciation: /ˈvɛksɪŋ/

Definitions of vexing

adjective causing irritation or annoyance

Example Sentences

A1 The math problem was vexing for the students.

A2 She found the instructions to be quite vexing.

B1 Dealing with difficult customers can be a vexing experience.

B2 The ongoing construction noise was becoming increasingly vexing.

C1 The vexing issue of climate change requires immediate attention.

C2 The vexing dilemma of choosing between two equally appealing job offers weighed heavily on her mind.

Examples of vexing in a Sentence

formal The ongoing legal dispute has proven to be quite vexing for all parties involved.

informal Dealing with this never-ending paperwork is really vexing.

slang Ugh, this situation is so vexing, I can't even deal.

figurative The puzzle was so complex and vexing that it took me hours to solve.

Grammatical Forms of vexing

• past tense: vexed
• plural: vexes
• comparative: more vexing
• superlative: most vexing
• present tense: vex
• future tense: will vex
• perfect tense: have vexed
• continuous tense: is vexing
• singular: vexing
• positive degree: vexing
• infinitive: to vex
• gerund: vexing
• participle: vexing

Origin and Evolution of vexing

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'vexing' originated from the Old French word 'vexer' which came from the Latin word 'vexare' meaning 'to shake, disturb, annoy'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'vexing' has retained its core meaning of causing annoyance or distress, but its usage has expanded to include a wider range of situations that cause frustration or irritation.