Answer:

pique

AnswerCrossword Clue
PIQUEArouse
PIQUEIrritate
PIQUEResentment
PIQUETick off
PIQUESharp irritation
PIQUENettle
PIQUEIt comes in fits
PIQUEHuff
PIQUEProvoke
PIQUEBallet step on tiptoe without bending the knee
PIQUEPut out
PIQUEExcite
PIQUEDudgeon