baffle vs vex

baffle is a noun but vex is not a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
baffle	Yes	No	Yes	No
vex	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, baffle and vex are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of baffle include amaze, beat, bewilder, dumbfound, flummox, get, gravel, mystify, nonplus, perplex, pose, puzzle, stick, stupefy.

baffle (noun)	vex (noun)
a flat plate that controls or directs the flow of fluid or energy

baffle (verb)	vex (verb)
restrain the emission of (sound, fluid, etc.)	be a mystery or bewildering to
be a mystery or bewildering to	subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation
hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of	change the arrangement or position of
	cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations
	disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress