Bug and Rile

Bug

Bug verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: these incessant phone calls are really starting to bug me

Rile is a synonym for bug in feelings topic. In some cases you can use "Rile" instead a verb "Bug".

Rile

Rile verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: one sure way to rile me is to keep yelling for me

Bug is a synonym for rile in anger topic. You can use "Bug" instead a verb "Rile", if it concerns topics such as feelings, peeve.

Nearby Words: riley, riling

Common collocations

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