adjective
- feeling annoyed or resentful, especially due to wounded pride
- having one’s interest or curiosity aroused
Usage: often used in the phrase ‘piqued interest’
Examples
- She was piqued by his dismissive comment about her work.
- He felt piqued when no one acknowledged his contribution.
- My interest was piqued by the mysterious letter.
- The unusual headline piqued her curiosity.
- Piqued by the challenge, she decided to prove them wrong.
- The documentary piqued viewers’ interest in ancient history.
- His piqued expression showed he didn’t appreciate the joke.