Pique
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Pique [peek]

NOUN, VERB

Verb

  • To affect with sharp resentment.
  • To excite by provocation.

Noun

  • A feeling of wounded.
Example

"His actions piqued his father and he started worrying so much."

"Ramnaresh is in pique after he was insulted at the meeting."

Synonyms

Verb: Aggravate, Annoy, Bother, Chafe, Eat

Noun: Annoyance, Displeasure, Exasperation

Antonyms

Contentment, Delight, Gratification, Happiness