piqued
Variant of pique
pique
Definition
pique (pēk)
noun
- resentment at being slighted or disdained; ruffled pride
- a fit of displeasure
Etymology: Fr < piquer: see piquant
piqued
Synonyms
piqued
Usage Examples
Modifying Another Word
- first: It was there that Nastase's interest in the sport was first piqued.
piqued Quotes
I was always well mounted. I am fond of a horse, and always piqued myself on having the fastest trotter in the Province. I have made no great progress in the world. I feel doubly, therefore, the pleasure of not being surpassed on the road.
Browse dictionary entries near piqued
- pique oneself upon
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- piquantness
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- pipy
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