Pique and Tease

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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

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Tease and pique are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Tease" instead a verb "Pique".

Nearby Words: piqued, piquing, piquet

Tease verb - To attack repeatedly with mean put-downs or insults.

Usage example: grew up being teased because his parents were hog farmers

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Pique and tease are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Pique" instead a verb "Tease".

Nearby Words: teasing, teased, teaser, teasel

pique interest

tease interest

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