Ok. I’m starting something new. Words that confuse us when we write. I mean, let’s face it. The English language is probably one of the hardest languages to learn because words have so many meanings, not to mention they have sound alike, but not spelled alike, twins. For example, today’s confusing words: peek, peak and pique. All sound alike, all can do and mean different things.
Peak as a noun: refers to the pinnacle of a hill or mountain. “The hikers arrived at the peak at sunset.”
Peak as a verb: it means to reach a maximum. “His speed will peak at 130 miles per hour.”
Peak as an adjective: “His peak speed is 130 miles per hour.”
Peek as a noun or a verb means to glance or have a brief look.
Pique, as a noun means a sense of wounded pride. “More is at stake than just personal pique.”
Pique as a verb means to excite, arouse or irritate. “The manuscript piqued the editor’s interest.”
I hope you visit every Wednesday for more Words of Confusion. Until next time…
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