vexation
/vɛkˈseɪʃən/
Group 17Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (noun)
- The state of being annoyed, frustrated, or worried GRE
Example in Context
To the vexation of the organizers, the keynote speaker canceled just hours before the conference was scheduled to begin.
Synonyms
irritationfrustrationannoyance
Etymology
Troubling someone leads to feelings of annoyance or frustration.
- vexare (Latin) — to trouble
Memory Aid
😡Sounds like “vex action”
That VEXING ACTION of your friend stealing the last cookie causes you serious VEXATION!
Visual Association
😤A person fuming with frustration, arms crossed while glaring at a cookie jar.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “vexation” mean on the GRE?
vexation (noun) means “The state of being annoyed, frustrated, or worried”. To the vexation of the organizers, the keynote speaker canceled just hours before the conference was scheduled to begin.
How to remember “vexation” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “vexation” sounds like “vex action”. That VEXING ACTION of your friend stealing the last cookie causes you serious VEXATION!
What are synonyms for “vexation”?
Common synonyms: irritation, frustration, annoyance.