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pique
(p/i/k )

noun (n)

  • tightly woven fabric with raised cords(noun.artifact)
    source: wordnet30
  • a sudden outburst of anger(noun.feeling)
    Synonym:
    irritation, temper
    source: wordnet30
  • The jigger. See Jigger.(noun)
    source: webster1913
  • A feeling of hurt, vexation, or resentment, awakened by a social slight or injury; irritation of the feelings, as through wounded pride; stinging vexation.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • cause to feel resentment or indignation(verb.emotion)
    Synonym:
    offend
    source: wordnet30
  • To wound the pride of; to sting; to nettle; to irritate; to fret; to offend; to excite to anger.(verb)
    source: webster1913
  • To cause annoyance or irritation.(verb)
    source: webster1913
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