Finesentence logo

Vexation: meaning, definitions and examples

😠
Add to dictionary

vexation

 

[ vɛkˈseɪʃ(ə)n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

feeling

The state of being annoyed, frustrated, or worried.

Synonyms

aggravation, annoyance, irritation

Examples of usage

  • She couldn't hide her vexation at the constant interruptions during the meeting.
  • His constant criticism was a source of vexation for her.
Context #2 | Noun

action

The act of annoying or provoking someone to the point of anger.

Synonyms

aggravation, bother, irritation

Examples of usage

  • His persistent teasing finally led to her vexation and she stormed out of the room.
  • The constant noise from the construction site was a constant vexation for the residents.

Translations

Translations of the word "vexation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 irritação

🇮🇳 परेशानी

🇩🇪 Ärger

🇮🇩 kekesalan

🇺🇦 дратування

🇵🇱 irytacja

🇯🇵 苛立ち (ikarachi)

🇫🇷 irritation

🇪🇸 irritación

🇹🇷 kızgınlık

🇰🇷 짜증 (jjajeung)

🇸🇦 إزعاج (iz'aeaj)

🇨🇿 rozčilení

🇸🇰 mrzutosť

🇨🇳 烦恼 (fánnǎo)

🇸🇮 draženje

🇮🇸 pirringur

🇰🇿 ашу

🇬🇪 გაღიზიანება (gaghizianeba)

🇦🇿 qıcıqlanma

🇲🇽 irritación

Word origin

The word 'vexation' has its origins in Middle English, coming from the Old French word 'vexation' and the Latin word 'vexationem', both meaning 'the act of annoying or disturbing'. The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the state of being annoyed or frustrated.

See also: vex, vexatious, vexatiously, vexed, vexing.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,198, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.