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Definitions

Verb

1. 1
   simple past and past participle of pique form-of, participle, past

Adjective

1. 1
   Annoyed, usually mildly and temporarily, especially by an offense to one's pride or honor.

Synonyms

All synonyms

aggravatedangryannoyedattractedbotheredbrowned off

Example

More examples

"That idea we were discussing in class yesterday really piqued my interest."

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