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1
as in annoyed
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts
her seat companion piqued her by repeatedly poking her in the ribs
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2
as in provoked
to rouse to strong feeling or action
their sarcastic comments piqued him to respond in kind
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as in prided
to think highly of (oneself)
she piques herself on her considerable musical abilities
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Recent Examples of piqued
Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026
But, surely, this must have piqued official curiosity.
—Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 9 Jan. 2026
The high prices have piqued the interest of Wall Street.
—Luisa Beltran, Sportico.com, 7 Jan. 2026
The filmmaker’s curiosity piqued on the subject of a religious female crusader at a time when many were immigrating to America for spiritual freedom.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 29 Dec. 2025
And, piqued the interest of people with important information.
—Carol Thompson, CBS News, 21 Dec. 2025
His interest is piqued by what seems impossible.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 20 Dec. 2025
Architecture piqued her interest, due partially to the fact that her father founded and ran a construction company.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 18 Dec. 2025
What may have piqued the attention of Fed supporters is that Reider has previously warned analysts against viewing the Fed as a safety net, which purists will appreciate, given the argument that the Fed should focus on its mandate rather than financial markets.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 15 Dec. 2025
Verb
Cushionaire Belinda Ballet Sneakers with Ribbon Ties I’ve been intrigued by the ballet sneakers trend for quite some time, and my interest was further piqued when Nicole Kidman wore a pair recently.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026
But, surely, this must have piqued official curiosity.
—Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 9 Jan. 2026
The high prices have piqued the interest of Wall Street.
—Luisa Beltran, Sportico.com, 7 Jan. 2026
The filmmaker’s curiosity piqued on the subject of a religious female crusader at a time when many were immigrating to America for spiritual freedom.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 29 Dec. 2025
And, piqued the interest of people with important information.
—Carol Thompson, CBS News, 21 Dec. 2025
His interest is piqued by what seems impossible.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 20 Dec. 2025
Architecture piqued her interest, due partially to the fact that her father founded and ran a construction company.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 18 Dec. 2025
What may have piqued the attention of Fed supporters is that Reider has previously warned analysts against viewing the Fed as a safety net, which purists will appreciate, given the argument that the Fed should focus on its mandate rather than financial markets.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 15 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for piqued
Verb
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Luis is frankly annoyed by this type of music.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
9 Jan. 2026
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Vulnerability is currency on reality television, and after a season of exposing their own struggles and embarrassments, the other women are annoyed that Meredith wants to keep up appearances.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
7 Jan. 2026
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The case, which has shone a spotlight on chronic staff shortages and funding gaps in the country's medical system, has provoked anger and bewilderment from Russian politicians and online commentators.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 Jan. 2026
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The shooter received 40 years to life, but the boy’s father now is suing his mother, alleging her aggressive driving provoked the fatal shooting.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Since its early beginnings in the living room of a Lakeview condominium 20 years ago, Glenview’s Oil Lamp Theater has prided itself in delivering an intimate live performance.—
Jennifer Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Jan. 2026
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Ever since it was first formed as the California Basketball Association in 1952, the West Coast Conference has prided itself on its collection of like-minded, regional universities.—
Bill Center,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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If people are outraged that Trump seeks regime change in Venezuela to control the country's oil, that's news.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
6 Jan. 2026
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Families physically pulled apart by uncaring hands over the outraged screams of the bereft?—
Leonard Pitts Jr,
Miami Herald,
1 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The cold never bothered them anyway.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
13 Jan. 2026
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Long stretches of solitude neither bothered him nor appeared to impair his sociability.—
Paige Williams,
New Yorker,
12 Jan. 2026
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But Flint encouraged people to attend the commissioners’ court meeting and speak against the Comanche Circle proposal.—
Elizabeth Campbell,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Jan. 2026
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All retailers are being encouraged to honor customer claims.—
Austen Erblat,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The pair exchanged smiles and kisses as the accolade was engraved, while Chalamet also congratulated fellow winner Paul Thomas Anderson, who took home the Best Screenplay award for One Battle After Another.—
Clare Fisher,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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Trump congratulated Microsoft on its efforts to keep prices in check, suggesting that other companies will make similar commitments.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
13 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Robby is angry at himself for not seeing it.—
Senior Television,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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None of the referees appeared to be struck by the objects being thrown on the court, despite video showing a windfall of debris raining down from the angry crowd.—
Sean Neumann,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Piqued.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/piqued. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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