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vex vs chafe

chafe vs vex

vex is not a noun while chafe is a noun.

vex and chafe both are verbs.

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

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