vex vs elude

vex and elude both are verbs.

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

As verbs, elude is a hyponym of vex; that is, elude is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than vex:

Other hyponyms of vex include mix up, stump, riddle, escape.

vex (verb)	elude (verb)
be a mystery or bewildering to	avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation	escape, either physically or mentally
change the arrangement or position of	be incomprehensible to; escape understanding by
cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations
disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress