PIQUED

Definition

PIQUED Piqued means to arouse interest or curiosity, with derived forms including piques (plural), piquing (present participle), piqued (past tense), piquer (comparative form), piquedly (adverb). An alternate definition for piqued could be to stimulate or provoke someone's interest or curiosity, with related forms such as piques (plural), piquing (present participle), piqued (past tense), piquer (compar

Word Analysis

• Part of Speech: Verb (past tense or past participle)
• Word Length: 6 letters
• Pronunciation: Pronounced as written, following standard English pronunciation patterns.

Usage and Context

The word PIQUED can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon. Understanding words like this helps expand vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity and richness of the English language.

Learning Tip

Many words in the Scrabble dictionary originate from specialized fields (such as science, medicine, geography), historical periods, or other languages. Learning these words helps you understand how English has evolved over time and continues to incorporate new terms from around the world. Words like PIQUED demonstrate the complexity and richness of English vocabulary.