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View usage for: (prəvɒkətɪv) 1. adjectiveIf you describe something as provocative, you mean that it is intended to make people react angrily or argue against it. He has made a string of outspoken and sometimes provocative speeches in recent years. His behavior was called provocative and antisocial. Synonyms: offensive, provoking, insulting, challenging More Synonyms of provocative provocatively adverb [usually ADVERB with verb] The soldiers fired into the air when the demonstrators behaved provocatively. 2. adjectiveIf you describe someone's clothing or behaviour as provocative, you mean that it is intended to make someone feel sexual desire. ...provocative black lace. provocatively adverb [usually ADVERB with verb, oft ADVERB adjective] She smiled provocatively. More Synonyms of provocative provocative in British English (prəˈvɒkətɪv) adjectiveacting as a stimulus or incitement, esp to anger or sexual desire; provoking a provocative look a provocative remark Derived forms provocatively (proˈvocatively) adverb provocativeness (proˈvocativeness) noun provocative in American English (prəˈvɑkətɪv; proʊˈvɑkətɪv) adjective1. provoking or tending to provoke, as to action, thought, feeling, etc.; stimulating, erotic, irritating, etc. noun2. something that provokes Derived forms provocatively (proˈvocatively) adverb provocativeness (proˈvocativeness) noun Word origin ME prouocatyue, aphrodisiac < LL provocativus < L provocare: see provoke Examples of 'provocative' in a sentenceprovocative In other languagesprovocative British English: provocative ADJECTIVE If you describe something as provocative, you mean that it is intended to make people react angrily or argue against it. He has made a string of outspoken and sometimes provocative speeches in recent years. - American English: provocative
- Brazilian Portuguese: provocativo
- Chinese: 挑衅的
- European Spanish: provocativo
- French: provocateur
- German: provozierend
- Italian: provocatorio
- Japanese: 挑発的な
- Korean: 도발적인
- European Portuguese: provocativo
- Latin American Spanish: provocativo
Chinese translation of 'provocative'provocative (prəˈvɔkətɪv) adj - [remark, article, behaviour, action]
挑衅(釁)的 (tiǎoxìn de) - (sexually) [clothing, behaviour, gesture]
挑逗的 (tiǎodòu de)
Definition provoking or inciting, esp. to anger or sexual desire Their behaviour was called provocative and antisocial. Synonyms challenging disturbing stimulating incensing goading Definition provoking or inciting, esp. to anger or sexual desire sexually provocative behaviour Synonyms sexy (informal) arousing tantalizing Additional synonymsYou don't realise how aggravating you can be. Synonyms annoying, provoking, irritating, teasing, galling, exasperating, vexing, irksomePeople found his unflappable and cool persona alluring. Synonyms attractive, fascinating, enchanting, seductive, tempting, sexy, intriguing, fetching (informal), glamorous, captivating, beguiling, bewitching, come-hither, hot (informal) You must have found my attitude annoying. Synonyms irritating, boring, disturbing, provoking, teasing, harassing, aggravating (informal), troublesome, galling, maddening, exasperating, displeasing, bedevilling, peeving (informal), irksome, bothersome, vexatiousAdditional synonymsDefinition of, concerning, or arousing sexual desire or giving sexual pleasure passionate and erotic love poetry Synonyms sexual, sexy (informal), crude, explicit, rousing, sensual, seductive, vulgar, stimulating, steamy (informal), suggestive, aphrodisiac, voluptuous, carnal, titillating, bawdy, lustful, sexually arousing, erogenous, amatoryDefinition causing excitement fantasizing about a sexually exciting scene Synonyms titillating, stimulating, sexy (informal), arousing, erotic, provocativeDefinition annoying or bitterly humiliating It was especially galling to be criticised by this scoundrel. Synonyms annoying, provoking, irritating, aggravating (informal), disturbing, humiliating, maddening, exasperating, vexing, displeasing, rankling, irksome, vexatious, nettlesome One of the workers made an insulting remark to a supervisor. Synonyms offensive, rude, abusive, slighting, degrading, affronting, contemptuous, disparaging, scurrilous, insolentDefinition tempting or attractive The February air was soft, cool and inviting. Synonyms tempting, appealing, attractive, pleasing, welcoming, warm, engaging, fascinating, intriguing, magnetic, delightful, enticing, seductive, captivating, beguiling, alluring, mouthwatering Definition unusual and shocking I must apologize for my friend's outrageous behaviour. Synonyms atrocious, shocking, terrible, violent, offensive, appalling, cruel, savage, horrible, beastly, horrifying, vicious, ruthless, infamous, disgraceful, scandalous, wicked, barbaric, unspeakable, inhuman, diabolical, heinous, flagrant, egregious, abominable, infernal, fiendish, villainous, nefarious, iniquitous, execrable, godawful (slang), hellacious (US, slang) Record over the next week the type of provoking events you face. Synonyms annoying, offensive, irritating, aggravating (informal), galling, maddening, exasperating, tiresome, vexing, irking, obstructive, irksome, vexatiousDefinition very attractive or tempting His voice is seductive. Synonyms tempting, inviting, attractive, sexy (informal), irresistible, siren, enticing, provocative, captivating, beguiling, alluring, bewitching, ravishing, flirtatious, come-to-bed (informal), come-hither (informal), hot (informal) Definition sexually exciting or attractive Synonyms erotic, sensual, seductive, inviting, bedroom, provoking, arousing, naughty, provocative, sensuous, suggestive, voluptuous, slinky, titillating, flirtatious, come-hither (informal), kissable, beddable, hot (informal) Definition inspiring new ideas or enthusiasm The atmosphere was always stimulating. Synonyms exciting, inspiring, stirring, provoking, intriguing, rousing, provocative, exhilarating, thought-provoking, galvanic Additional synonymsDefinition attractive or inviting Resisting tempting goodies becomes a measure of your success. Synonyms inviting, enticing, seductive, alluring, attractive, mouthwatering, appetizing |