Associations to the word «Provoke»
Noun
- Outrage
- Outcry
- Backlash
- Ire
- Mirth
- Provocation
- Wrath
- Resentment
- Retaliation
- Reprisal
- Hostility
- Outburst
- Condemnation
- Unrest
- Confrontation
- Enmity
- Ridicule
- Jealousy
- Controversy
- Quarrel
- Anger
- Laughter
- Indignation
- Animosity
- Reaction
- Coolness
- Retort
- Censure
- Riot
- Uproar
- Insult
- Uprising
- Temper
- Rebuke
- Repression
- Revolt
- Debate
- Aggression
- Stimulus
- Anxiety
- Displeasure
- Intolerance
- Duel
- Criticism
- Schism
- Rebellion
- Dissent
- Protest
- Arrogance
- Response
- Brutality
- Brawl
- Antigen
- Comment
- Envy
- Hatred
- Scandal
- Violence
- Embargo
- Libel
- Sarcasm
- Arousal
- Discussion
- Mutiny
- Strife
- Contempt
- Accusation
- Crise
- Opposition
- Ultimatum
Adjective
Wiktionary
PROVOKE, verb. (transitive) to cause someone to become annoyed or angry.
PROVOKE, verb. (transitive) to bring about a reaction.
PROVOKE, verb. (obsolete) To appeal.
Dictionary definition
PROVOKE, verb. Call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses); "arouse pity"; "raise a smile"; "evoke sympathy".
PROVOKE, verb. Evoke or provoke to appear or occur; "Her behavior provoked a quarrel between the couple".
PROVOKE, verb. Provide the needed stimulus for.
PROVOKE, verb. Annoy continually or chronically; "He is known to harry his staff when he is overworked"; "This man harasses his female co-workers".
Wise words
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