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unhinge vs vex

vex vs unhinge

unhinge and vex both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
unhinge No No Yes No
vex No No Yes No
As verbs, vex is a hyponym of unhinge; that is, vex is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than unhinge:
  • unhinge: disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed
  • vex: disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress
Other hyponyms of unhinge include worry.
unhinge (verb) vex (verb)
remove the hinges from be a mystery or bewildering to
disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed 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
Difference between unhinge and vex

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