toss vs vex

toss is a noun but vex is not a noun.

toss and vex both are verbs.

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

As verbs, vex is a hypernym of toss; that is, vex is a word with a broader meaning than toss:

toss: agitate
vex: change the arrangement or position of

Other hypernyms of toss include agitate, commove, disturb, raise up, shake up, stir up.

toss (noun)	vex (noun)
(sports) the act of throwing the ball to another member of your team
the act of flipping a coin
an abrupt movement

toss (verb)	vex (verb)
agitate	be a mystery or bewildering to
throw or toss with a light motion	subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation
throw carelessly	change the arrangement or position of
lightly throw to see which side comes up	cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations
move or stir about violently	disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress
throw or cast away

Difference between toss and vex

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