Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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ruffle | Yes | No | Yes | No |
vex | No | No | Yes | No |
ruffle (noun) | vex (noun) |
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a noisy fight | |
a high tight collar | |
a strip of pleated material used as a decoration or a trim |
ruffle (verb) | vex (verb) |
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pleat or gather into a ruffle | be a mystery or bewildering to |
erect or fluff up | subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation |
disturb the smoothness of | change the arrangement or position of |
twitch or flutter | cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations |
mix so as to make a random order or arrangement | disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress |
trouble or vex | |
discompose | |
stir up (water) so as to form ripples | |
to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others |