Vex
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2
Mild Annoyance
Use 'vex' to express a light but persistent sense of annoyance. His habit of interrupting others during conversations began to vex me.
Pro Tip 2/2
Collocation Understanding
Pay attention to collocations like 'vex someone's spirit' which imply deep annoyance or distress. The disrespectful comments began to vex her spirit.