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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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3
as in prided
to think highly of (oneself)
she piques herself on her considerable musical abilities
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Recent Examples of piqued
Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 10 Feb. 2026
The Native Moisturizing Body Lotion piqued my interest for multiple reasons.
—Claire West, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
Zoe works primarily in reclaimed textiles, which also piqued Hannah’s interest.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
As California’s water crisis worsened, recalling the constant swish of sprinklers throughout her childhood piqued her interest in native plants.
—Brittany Levine Beckman, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
His question immediately piqued Meyers’ interest.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Jan. 2026
Alternatives to buying Costco gold If the recent spike in gold prices has piqued your interest, getting it from Costco isn't the only way to go.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 26 Jan. 2026
Neither player has piqued Golden State’s interest, but the Warriors might rethink their options after losing Jimmy Butler to a season-ending knee injury on Monday.
—Hector Amezcua, Sacbee.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Once a vessel has piqued his interest, Osman will look up its registration number and cross-reference it against lists of sanctioned ships.
—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 17 Jan. 2026
Verb
But, after reading about the principles behind recluttering—also sometimes called cluttercore—my interest was piqued.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 10 Feb. 2026
The Native Moisturizing Body Lotion piqued my interest for multiple reasons.
—Claire West, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
Zoe works primarily in reclaimed textiles, which also piqued Hannah’s interest.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
As California’s water crisis worsened, recalling the constant swish of sprinklers throughout her childhood piqued her interest in native plants.
—Brittany Levine Beckman, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
His question immediately piqued Meyers’ interest.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Jan. 2026
Alternatives to buying Costco gold If the recent spike in gold prices has piqued your interest, getting it from Costco isn't the only way to go.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 26 Jan. 2026
Neither player has piqued Golden State’s interest, but the Warriors might rethink their options after losing Jimmy Butler to a season-ending knee injury on Monday.
—Hector Amezcua, Sacbee.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Once a vessel has piqued his interest, Osman will look up its registration number and cross-reference it against lists of sanctioned ships.
—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 17 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for piqued
Verb
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As frustrating Saturn arrives in your 3rd House of Communication, you might be annoyed that others seem to misread you.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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Betts gazed back with angst, momentarily annoyed with her coach.—
Aaron Heisen,
Daily News,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The refusal to be endlessly provoked.—
Joe Palaggi,
Twin Cities,
11 Feb. 2026
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The law provoked fraught debates in Australia about technology use, privacy, child safety and mental health and has prompted other countries to consider similar measures.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Phoenix Union community speaks out against Cota Natacha Chavez, a district alumnus and parent of a Phoenix Union freshman, said the district has always prided itself on its diversity and inclusion.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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Setting new standards of innovation, the Jerome prided itself in providing the only bathroom in town open to the public— as well as the first building in town with an elevator, and one of the first buildings west of the Mississpi to have complete electric lighting.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The Donald would be outraged, not pleased.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
8 Feb. 2026
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Of course any right-thinking person is offended and outraged.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Something that bothered Rick was confidence or anything that whiffed of overt masculinity.—
Margy Rochlin,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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But Watson hasn’t been bothered by the challenge of taking on older players.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Liu first laced up her skates at five, encouraged by her father, Arthur.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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Those who noticed the earthquake are encouraged to report it through the USGS Felt Report form.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Everyone congratulated us for making it here from the Olympic qualification.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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Crosetto congratulated the officers on their effective response.—
Sharon Braithwaite,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Meanwhile, members of Congress are likely to face some angry, dissatisfied voters — with the year’s first major primary day fast approaching on March 3.—
Marissa Martinez,
NBC news,
13 Feb. 2026
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But the attempt at humor didn’t satisfy some angry fans who believe Mets President David Stearns swindled Getz in a trade that essentially was a salary dump.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Feb. 2026
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“Piqued.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/piqued. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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