单词	provocative
释义	provocative adjective pro·​voc·​a·​tive prə-ˈvä-kə-tiv  : serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate a provocative question provocative noun provocatively adverb provocativeness noun Synonyms charged edgy exciting inciting instigating instigative piquing provoking stimulating See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences a thoughtful and provocative book It was one of his more provocative suggestions. She was wearing a very provocative outfit. Recent Examples on the Web But Judge Cannon’s decision is simply too broad and provocative to simply ignore, some legal experts say. New York Times, 7 Sep. 2022 The series incorporates two-dimensional cartoons and stop-motion puppetry into its live-action filmmaking, and the result is a surreal and provocative comedy—a mix that can be a hard sell—about realizing your place in society. Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2022 At the time, President Donald Trump, fresh off his first meeting with Mr. Kim in Singapore, ordered the training to be scaled down, criticizing it as costly and provocative. Dasl Yoon, WSJ, 21 Aug. 2022 Models, stylists, and even the brilliant Ganni staff took center stage, table dancing in the courtyard and riling up the partygoers in a welcome and provocative way. Olive Leatherwood, Vogue, 16 Aug. 2022 Their content consists of poignant and provocative lyrics from Daley, backed by 85’s flawless production. Okla Jones, Essence, 8 Aug. 2022 The series takes place almost entirely within the confines of the titular five-star resort, where questions of class, race, family and sexuality are all explored in humorous, deeply nuanced and provocative ways. Hilton Dresden, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Aug. 2022 The former editor rose to prominence with aggressive, mocking and intentionally provocative comments on social media. Fox News, 29 July 2022 In between praise for her employees and listings for boxes and bubble wrap, Elizabeth Uihlein poses provocative questions: Is America in decline? Kyle Mullins, Forbes, 3 Aug. 2022 See More Word History First Known Use 15th century, in the meaning defined above Kids Definition provocative adjective pro·​voc·​a·​tive prə-ˈvä-kə-tiv  : serving or likely to cause a reaction (as interest, curiosity, or anger) a provocative statement Medical Definition provocative adjective pro·​voc·​a·​tive prə-ˈväk-ət-iv  : serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate provocative test for coronary spasm Journal of the American Medical Association provocative adjective as in provoking serving or likely to arouse a strong reaction a provocative editorial that sparked a heated discussion Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance provoking charged exciting motivational motivating edgy stimulating inciting motivative incendiary inspiring inflammatory instigating explosive instigative inspirational piquing triggering energizing teasing taunting galvanizing fiery upsetting maddening exasperating inducing annoying vitalizing vexing activating jeering irritating irksome aggravating enraging angering vexatious quickening bothersome galling pesky Antonyms & Near Antonyms noninflammatory subduing
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