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vexed

/vɛksd/ verb · British & US
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What does vexed mean?

verb

To annoy or irritate someone; to be puzzled or perplexed. To be in a state of anxiety or worry.

Example

"The noise from the construction site vexed the neighbors, who were trying to sleep."

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