vexing

/ˈvɛksɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Causing annoyance, worry, or difficulty; troublesome.
    • She faced a vexing problem with her computer that wouldn't turn on.
    • It was a vexing delay, but we finally got our luggage.
    • The vexing noise from the construction site made it hard to concentrate.
Antonyms
noun
  1. The act of causing annoyance or distress.
    • The teacher warned the student that his vexing of classmates would not be tolerated.
    • The constant vexing of his little brother finally got on his nerves.
    • Her vexing of the cat with a string was harmless but annoying.
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