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piquing

/ˈpiːkɪŋ/

/ˈpikɪŋ/

Translations

piqueverb

piquing

Gerund

piqued

Past Simple

piqued

Past Participle

piquing

Gerund

/piːk/

/pik/

se targuerVerbe réfléchi, sens de se vanter ou de s’enorgueillir de quelque chose.

She piqued herself on her ability to solve complex problems quickly.

Elle se targuait de sa capacité à résoudre rapidement des problèmes complexes.

susciterS’emploie pour l’intérêt ou la curiosité.

The unusual painting piqued her curiosity, prompting her to learn more about the artist.

Le tableau inhabituel a suscité sa curiosité, l’incitant à en apprendre davantage sur l’artiste.

Additional translations

piquerNuance d’irriter ou de piquer au vif.

Synonyms

piqueverb

To stimulate interest or curiosity.

The unusual painting piqued her curiosity, prompting her to learn more about the artist.

To provoke or arouse a feeling of resentment or irritation.

His dismissive comment piqued her, and she decided to confront him about it.

(reflexive) To pride or congratulate (oneself) on something; to boast.

She piqued herself on her ability to solve complex problems quickly.