The Joys of Synonyms Please do not Annoy, Torment, Pester, Molest, Worry, Badger Harry, Harass, Hackle, Persecute, Irk, Rag, Vex, Bother, Tease, Nettle, Tantalise, Ruffle the Animal. Annoy Verb. Make (someone) a little angry; irritate Synonyms. Vex, Irk, Ruffle Torment Verb. Cause to experience severe mental or physical suffering. Annoy or provoke in an unkind way. Synonyms....