piques 1 of 2

noun

Definition of piquesnext
plural of pique
as in angers
the feeling of being offended or resentful after a slight or indignity in a fit of pique she posted embarrassing photos of her ex-boyfriend on the Internet

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piques

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of pique
1
as in annoys
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts her seat companion piqued her by repeatedly poking her in the ribs

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2
as in provokes
to rouse to strong feeling or action their sarcastic comments piqued him to respond in kind

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3
as in prides
to think highly of (oneself) she piques herself on her considerable musical abilities

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for piques
  1. prides
  2. encourages
  3. stimulates
  4. frustrations
  5. inspires
  6. excites
  7. stirs
Verb
  • Chambers, a community justice advocate, was elected to the Compton City Council in 2019, and prides herself on her record of improving street lighting, cultivating job growth and helping small businesses in the city.
    Angie Orellana Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
  • But there’s a balance to be struck—especially in a nation that prides itself on the American dream, where those who create wealth expect to enjoy some of its benefits.
    Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of prides
Verb
  • With heartfelt lyrics and a powerful melody, the song encourages listeners to rise above their struggles and find strength in their beliefs.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The constant ping of notifications creates a sense of urgency that fragments your focus and encourages impulsive behavior.
    Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of encourages
Verb
  • The influx in estrogen from the growth of those extra eggs also stimulates the thickening of your uterine lining, meaning more tissue then has to come out.
    Erica Sloan, SELF, 4 Oct. 2024
  • In response, the stomach will release a hormone called gastrin that helps repair tissues but also stimulates the secretion of hydrochloric acid (HCA).
    Steffini Stalos, Verywell Health, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of stimulates
Noun
  • For many people, that shot solidified the Joker as a concept who spoke to their own frustrations with the very same kind of systems that failed Arthur.
    Charles Pulliam-Moore, The Verge, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Burkina Faso’s 2022 coups came amid frustrations over the authorities’ inability to quash recurring jihadist violence, despite intensive French military assistance, which has claimed thousands of lives for almost a decade.
    Saskya Vandoorne, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of frustrations
Verb
  • Attend Conferences And Events Attending conferences or other in-person events always inspires me and gives me an influx of new ideas and concepts to discuss with our team and bring to our clients.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Nothing inspires creativity as much as conversations.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of inspires
Verb
  • Do heavy research on these prospects, find out what excites them and then launch.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
  • What excites you about season three?
    James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of excites
Verb
  • However, the arrival in town of Eugene Allerton (Drew Starkey), a young student, stirs William into finally establishing a meaningful connection with someone.
    Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
  • For most visitors, the mere anticipation of a Hershey vacation stirs the senses several days before the actual trip.
    Roger Sands, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
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