Pique

usgb/piːk/
noun

A feeling of anger or annoyance.

She left in a fit of pique.
Visual representation of "pique" - A feeling of anger or annoyance

Often appears as...

  • fit of pique
  • burst of pique
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Emotional Reaction

Often used to describe a reaction that might seem overly sensitive or unnecessary.

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He canceled his performance in a pique after reading the negative review.
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Temporary Feeling

Used for temporary feelings, suggesting the anger will pass soon.

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She didn't speak to me all morning, but her pique was gone by lunchtime.
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