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pique Synonyms

Another word for pique

Choosing another word for pique depends on context, so the 27 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To stimulate, arouse, or provoke (especially interest, curiosity, or attention).

Usage Example

"The unusual title of the lecture immediately piqued the students' curiosity."

Strongest
arouse
stimulate
whet
Strong
spark
kindle
provoke
excite
stir
awaken
intrigue

• noun (Context 2)

A fleeting feeling of irritation, resentment, or wounded pride resulting from a perceived slight or snub.

Usage Example

"He resigned from the committee in a fit of annoyance after his proposal was overlooked."

Strongest
annoyance
irritation
Strong
resentment
displeasure
umbrage
vexation
indignation
chagrin

• verb (Context 3)

To irritate, offend, or wound (someone's pride or self-respect).

Usage Example

"She was noticeably piqued by his dismissive remarks during the review."

Strongest
irritate
Strong
annoy
offend
nettle
irk
vex
gall
rankle
ruffle

Opposites of pique

The opposite of pique shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

placate
appease
pleasure
delight
dampen
mollify
quench
stifle
See all opposites of pique

• Nearby Words

pipistrelle
pipit
pipsqueak
pique
piracy
piraiba catfish
piranha

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Pique. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/pique
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