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provocative

adjective

pro·​voc·​a·​tive prə-ˈvä-kə-tiv How to pronounce provocative (audio)
: serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate
a provocative question
provocative noun
provocatively adverb
provocativeness noun

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

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The first known use of provocative was in the 15th century

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