Trial and Vexation

Trial

Trial noun - Something that is a source of irritation.
Usage example: trying to have a coherent phone conversation with his senile father was always a trial

Vexation is a synonym for trial in trouble topic. In some cases you can use "Vexation" instead a noun "Trial", when it comes to topics like conflict, nuisance.

Nearby Word: triable

Vexation

Vexation noun - Something that is a source of irritation.
Usage example: add cell phones to the list of vexations that theatergoers have to contend with
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Synonyms for Vexation

Trial is a synonym for vexation in conflict topic. Sometimes you can use "Trial" instead a noun "Vexation".

Nearby Words: vex, vexed, vexatious, vexing
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