provoking

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English

Definitions

verb

To cause someone to become annoyed or angry.“Don't provoke the dog; it may try to bite you.”
To bring about a reaction.
To appeal.

noun

Provocation

adjective

Annoying; irritating

Related words

Synonyms

bring about discompose egg on engender evoke grill incite induce inflame instigate invoke rouse set off stir up whip up provocative agitative agitating

Associated

indignation ire outrage outcry laughter jealousy resentment condemnation backlash discontent anger unrest

Rhymes

invoking choking stroking evoking soaking joking smoking croaking yoking stoking

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