Outrage and Vexation

Outrage

Outrage noun - An intense emotional state of displeasure with someone or something.
Usage example: the actress could barely contain her outrage at being passed over for an Oscar yet again

Vexation and outrage are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Vexation" instead a noun "Outrage".

Vexation

Vexation noun - The feeling of impatience or anger caused by another's repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: he suppressed his rising vexation and answered as politely as he could
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Synonyms for Vexation

Outrage and vexation are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Outrage" instead a noun "Vexation".

Nearby Words: vex, vexed, vexatious, vexing
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