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piquing

/ˈpiːkɪŋ/

/ˈpikɪŋ/

Translations

piqueverb

piquing

Gerund

piqued

Past Simple

piqued

Past Participle

piquing

Gerund

/piːk/

/pik/

The article piqued his interest in the subject.

Статья возбудила его интерес к теме.

Her remarks piqued his pride.

Ее замечания задели его гордость.

Additional translations

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.