vexing

adjective

vex·​ing ˈvek-siŋ How to pronounce vexing (audio)
: causing or likely to cause vexation : vexatious
a vexing problem
vexingly adverb

Examples of vexing in a Sentence

the constantly changing schedule was somewhat vexing, but I coped
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If policymakers are struggling to find a solution to a vexing public policy problem, my instinct is to try to identify a solution through independent industry self-regulation. Eric Reicin, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025 Glitchy software and vexing screen interfaces led to a poor critical and sales reception for the ID.4, an electric SUV that VW touted as a revolution on par with the original Beetle. IEEE Spectrum, 11 Feb. 2025 The film offers a unique perspective on Haiti’s ongoing security challenges by drawing from its vexing reality: political and police corruption, foreign election interference, colorism, homophobia and the cynicism of those who are vying for political power. Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2025 A day unfolds like a lifetime, yet being late to a destination remains a vexing concern. Lisa Kennedy, Variety, 23 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for vexing

Word History

First Known Use

1569, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of vexing was in 1569

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“Vexing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vexing. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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vexing

adjective
: causing or likely to cause vexation : vexatious
a vexing problem

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