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- pronunciation:
- pr
vok
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Explorer, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
provokes, provoking, provoked |
| definition 1: |
to make angry or annoy on purpose.
Her speech provoked the audience.- synonyms:
- anger, excite
- similar words:
- fire up, induce, motivate
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| definition 2: |
to bring out feelings in someone.
The poem provoked feelings of joy.- synonyms:
- move
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| related words: |
anger, annoy, bother, bug, challenge, dare, excite, irritate, move, threaten |
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| derivations: |
provokingly (adv.), provoker (n.) |
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