I . v. a.
Tease, vex, plague, pain, harass, annoy, trouble, torment, pester, bother, bore, persecute, molest, harry, irritate, badger, fret, chafe, hector, infest, beset, gall, disturb, disquiet.
II . v. n.
( Colloq. ) Fret, chafe, fidget, be vexed, be troubled, ~ one's self.
III . n.
Anxiety, vexation, trouble, annoyance, perplexity, solicitude, care, disquiet, concern, uneasiness, fear, apprehension, misgiving.