vex vs get at

vex and get at both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
vex	No	No	Yes	No
get at	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, vex and get at are synonyms defined as:

vex and get at: cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations

Other synonyms of vex include annoy, bother, chafe, devil, get to, gravel, irritate, nark, nettle, rag, rile.

vex (verb)	get at (verb)
be a mystery or bewildering to	cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations
subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation	reach or gain access to
change the arrangement or position of	influence by corruption
cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations
disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress