vex (v ks)tr.v. vexed, vex·ing, vex·es 1. To annoy, as with petty importunities; bother. See Synonyms at annoy. 2. To cause perplexity in; puzzle. 3. To bring distress or suffering to; plague or afflict. 4. To debate or discuss (a question, for example) at length. 5. To toss about or shake up. [Middle English vexen, from Old French vexer, from Latin vex  re; see wegh- in Indo-European roots.]vex  ed·ly (vks d-l ) adv.vex er n.vex ing·ly adv. |
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