Pique
Pique verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: her seat companion piqued her by repeatedly poking her in the ribs
Rouse is a synonym for pique in offend topic. In some cases you can use "Rouse" instead a verb "Pique", when it comes to topics like arouse, stimulate.
Mutual synonyms
Common collocations
| interest | pique interest | rouse interest |
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Rouse and Pique. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 21, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/pique/rouse
Pique & Rouse. N.p., 2016. Web. 21 Jul. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/pique/rouse>.
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