What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
irksomely
Example
The sound of the dripping faucet was irksome and kept me up all night. [irksome: adjective]
Example
I find it irksome when people don't clean up after themselves in the kitchen. [irksome: adjective]
vexatiously
Example
The constant interruptions were vexatious and made it hard to concentrate. [vexatious: adjective]
Example
The customer's vexatious complaints were starting to wear on the staff. [vexatious: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Irksome is more common in everyday language than vexatious. Vexatious is a less common word that is often used in legal or official contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between irksomely and vexatiously?
Vexatiously is a more formal word than irksomely, and is often used in legal or official contexts. Irksomely is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
