Answer:

piqued

Answer	Crossword Clue
PIQUED	Irritated
PIQUED	Aroused
PIQUED	In a snit

PIQUED	Stimulated, as curiosity
PIQUED	Annoyed
PIQUED	Miffed.
PIQUED	Offended.
PIQUED	Provoked.
PIQUED	Like curiosity, at times
PIQUED	Sparked, as curiosity
PIQUED	Excited, as one's curiosity

Crossword

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