adj

vexing

Vexing (adj) means causing annoyance or frustration. Example: “It's a vexing habit — he never replies to messages on time.”

adj

Causing annoyance or frustration.

"It's a vexing habit — he never replies to messages on time."

How to use vexing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAnnoying or frustrating.

Common pairings

a vexing issue vexing problem

more vexing comparative, vexings plural, most vexing superlative

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It's a _____ habit — he never replies to messages on time.

From vex + the suffix -ing.

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What does “vexing” mean?

The word “vexing” means causing annoyance or frustration. In plain terms, annoying or frustrating.

How do you use “vexing” in a sentence?

Here is “vexing” used in a sentence: “It's a vexing habit — he never replies to messages on time.”

What part of speech is “vexing”?

“Vexing” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of vexing?

"vexing" (adj) means causing annoyance or frustration.