Definition of Pique
Pique
pique
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to arouse, stimulate, or excite someone by offering a challenge or some provocation;
e.g. The beginning of the story was gripping enough to pique by interest, so I decided to read the rest of it.
(verb)
to feel pride in oneself or one's abilities;
e.g. They pique themselves on their athletic abilities.
(verb)
to arouse feelings of resentment, irritation, or anger in someone;
e.g. She should be careful not to pique voters by breaking her promises.
(noun)
a feeling of resentment, irritation, or wounded pride, usually temporary;
e.g. She spoke in a fit of pique and didn't mean what she said.
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