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vex vs distract

distract vs vex

vex and distract both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
vex No No Yes No
distract No No Yes No
As verbs, distract is a hypernym of vex; that is, distract is a word with a broader meaning than vex:
  • vex: disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress
  • distract: disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed
Other hypernyms of vex include cark, disorder, disquiet, perturb, trouble, unhinge.
vex (verb) distract (verb)
be a mystery or bewildering to draw someone's attention away from something
subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed
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 vex and distract

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