Rankle
Rankle verb - To make angry.
Usage example: it rankles me when some schools can't even afford paper and pencils for the students
Vex is a synonym for rankle in annoy topic. In some cases you can use "Vex" instead a verb "Rankle", when it comes to topics like irk, cause resentment to.
Nearby Word: rankling
Vex
Vex verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: my coworkers' loud, endless conversations vexed me
Rankle is a synonym for vex (North American) in tick off topic. You can use "Rankle" instead a verb "Vex". informal substitute
Nearby Word: vexation
Mutual synonyms
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