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chafe vs vex

vex vs chafe

chafe is a noun but vex is not a noun.

chafe and vex both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
chafe Yes No Yes No
vex No No Yes No
As verbs, chafe and vex are synonyms defined as:
  • chafe and vex: cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations
Other synonyms of chafe include annoy, bother, devil, get at, get to, gravel, irritate, nark, nettle, rag, rile.
chafe (noun) vex (noun)
anger produced by some annoying irritation
soreness and warmth caused by friction
chafe (verb) vex (verb)
warm by rubbing, as with the hands be a mystery or bewildering to
tear or wear off the skin or make sore by abrading subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation
cause friction change the arrangement or position of
cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations
feel extreme irritation or anger disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress
become or make sore by or as if by rubbing
Difference between chafe and vex

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