Definition of Pique

to trigger curiosity or interest

Examples of Pique in a sentence

Hopefully the movie trailer will pique the interest of moviegoers and motivate them to buy tickets to see the film.  🔊

The mysterious stain on the church wall is sure to pique the curiosity of a number of religious fanatics.  🔊

In a messy crime scene like this one, it is doubtful the detective will find a clue to pique his attention.  🔊

Publishers use book blurbs to pique the curiosity of readers.  🔊

Fifteen minutes into the film, I had fallen asleep because the plot had failed to pique my interest.  🔊

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