vex in Dutch
vex in Dutch is kwellen, ergeren — vex means to annoy or irritate someone.
vex in Dutch
kwellen
(transitive) To cause (mental) suffering to; to distress.
ergeren
(transitive) To cause (mental) suffering to; to distress.
What does "vex" mean?
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verb To annoy or irritate someone.
"The first thing that greets you on entering the church is a notice asking you not to vex the goat, since it renders valuable service in keeping the churchyard tidy."
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verb To cause someone worry or distress.
"The unresolved question continued to vex the research team for years."
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vex in a sentence
- The first thing that greets you on entering the church is a notice asking you not to vex the goat, since it renders valuable service in keeping the churchyard tidy.
- Billy's professor was vexed by his continued failure to improve his grades.
- The unresolved question continued to vex the research team for years.
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What is "vex" in Dutch?
"vex" in Dutch is kwellen, ergeren. vex means: To annoy or irritate someone.
Are there other ways to say "vex" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "vex": kwellen, ergeren.
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