Meaning & use
pique
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To stimulate curiosity or interest.
See it in a sentence
The mysterious headline was enough to pique her curiosity.
The unusual smell coming from the kitchen piqued everyone's interest.
A note on using this word
Often confused in spelling with "peak" and "peek," though the three words are unrelated in meaning.
Words with a similar meaning
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A brief feeling of irritation or resentment, especially caused by a slight to one's pride.
She left in a pique after being left off the invitation list.
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