Pique and Slake

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Pique verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

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Slake is an antonym for pique.

Nearby Words: piqued, piquing, piquet

Slake verb - To put a complete end to (a physical need or desire).

Usage example: a harrowing experience while mountain climbing has largely slaked my desire for high adventure

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Pique is an antonym for slake.

Nearby Word: slaking

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Slake and Pique. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 14, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/pique/slake

Pique & Slake. N.p., 2016. Web. 14 Aug. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/pique/slake>.

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