early 15c., from Old French vexer "vex, harass" (14c.), from Latin vexare "to shake, jolt, toss violently;" figuratively "attack, harass, trouble, annoy," from vexus, collateral form of vectus, past participle of vehere "to draw, carry" (see vehicle). Related: Vexed; vexing.
雙語例句
1. I hope not, else he will vex my father.
我希望不是, 否則他要惹惱我父親了.
來自辭典例句
2. I didn't think to vex you by such a trifle.
我根本沒想用這種小事折磨你.
來自辭典例句
3. I wouldn't vex my darling, for the wide world's riches.