Aroused someone's interest, curiosity, or anger; made someone feel irritated or offended.
From French 'piquer' meaning 'to prick' or 'to sting,' derived from Latin 'pungere.' The meaning evolved from a physical pricking sensation to stimulating emotions like curiosity or offense.
Your 'pique' is neurologically real—curiosity literally releases dopamine in your brain, which is why being 'piqued' feels like an itch you must scratch!
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