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The meaning of PROVOKE is to call forth (a feeling, an action, etc.) : evoke. How to use provoke in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Provoke.
prompted or caused by some action, behavior, or circumstance; brought about, often deliberately: His laugh was a contagious, easily provoked chuckle. A provoked bite can occur when a person teases a dog or tries to take away the dog's food while the dog is eating.
verb (used with object) , pro·voked, pro·vok·ing. to anger, enrage, exasperate, or vex. Synonyms: infuriate, exacerbate, aggravate, annoy, irk. to stir up, arouse, or call forth (feelings, desires, or activity): The mishap provoked a hearty laugh. Synonyms: instigate, rouse.
Synonyms for PROVOKED: aggravated, frustrated, tormented, tortured, harassed, irritated, plagued, exasperated; Antonyms of PROVOKED: pleased, satisfied, happy, content, delighted, calm, serene, placid.
to cause a reaction, especially a negative one: The prospect of increased prices has already provoked an outcry. Test results provoked worries that the reactor could overheat. Fewer examples. Her manifest lack of interest in the project has provoked severe criticism. The release from prison of two of the terrorists has provoked a public outcry.
to say or do something that you know will annoy somebody so that they react in an angry way synonym goad. provoke somebody Be careful what you say—he's easily provoked. provoke somebody into (doing) something The lawyer claimed his client was provoked into acts of violence by the defendant.
Anything that brings about a strong reaction can be said to provoke. You can provoke that lion if you want. But if he responds by attacking, don't come running to me. Let's consider some people who have been known to provoke. Lenny Bruce, was more than just a comedian.
to cause a reaction, especially a negative one: The prospect of increased prices has already provoked an outcry. Test results provoked worries that the reactor could overheat. Fewer examples. Her manifest lack of interest in the project has provoked severe criticism.
adjective. incited, especially deliberately, to anger. “the provoked animal attacked the child”. synonyms: aggravated. angry. feeling or showing anger.
verb. /prəˈvoʊk/ Verb Forms. provoke something to cause a particular reaction or have a particular effect The announcement provoked a storm of protest. The article was intended to provoke discussion. Dairy products may provoke allergic reactions in some people. Take your English to the next level.
