to be annoyed · to be irritated · to be frustrated
Ever felt that nagging sense of annoyance when things just aren't going your way, but you're not full-on furious? That's when you're vexed! 🤔 It's like a low-grade frustration, a step above "mildly bothered" but not quite "seeing red."
💡 You'll often hear "vexed by [something]" or "vexed at [someone/something]". It sounds a bit more formal or literary than "annoyed," but it's still quite common. Think of it as a slightly elevated way to express your irritation without sounding overly dramatic. You can say, "I was vexed by the endless paperwork," or "He seemed vexed at the delay."
When would you most likely say, "I'm vexed by this situation."? A. 🥳 When you've just won the lottery and are celebrating. B. 😠 When your internet keeps cutting out while you're trying to work. C. 😎 When you're relaxing on a beach, enjoying the sun.