Pique(verb)

To feel irritated or resentful; a feeling of annoyance or anger due to wounded pride.
Hindi meaning:खीज, चिढ़, अपमान से उत्पन्न रोष
Synonyms: Irritate, Provoke, Annoy, Offend
Antonyms: Please, Delight, Soothe, Appease
Example: His rude remark piqued her pride, and she refused to talk to him afterward.
Trick to remember: Jab koi aapki pride ko hurt kare to aap pique ho jaate ho — matlab thoda irritate aur chidh jaate ho!
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