befuddle vs vex

befuddle and vex both are verbs.

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

As verbs, vex is a hyponym of befuddle; that is, vex is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than befuddle:

befuddle: be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
vex: be a mystery or bewildering to

befuddle (verb)	vex (verb)
be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly	be a mystery or bewildering to
make stupid with alcohol	subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation
	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