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provocative

/pɹəˈvɒk.ə.tɪv/

Meanings
  • Adjective

    Intended to provoke or excite strong emotions or actions.

    - "The provocative speech incited the crowd to riot."
    - "The provocative art installation sparked heated debates."
  • Adjective

    Serving to provoke or stimulate.

    - "The provocative journalist's questions led to revealing answers."
    - "The provocative music played during the dance performance was electrifying."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with provocative
proactive , reactive , intuitive , innocuous
Variants
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provocative , provocatively , provocativeness , provocativenesses , provocatives
Forms
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The comparative form of 'provocative' is 'more provocative'. The superlative form is 'most provocative'. The verb form is 'provoke'.


Etymology
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From the Latin 'provocare', meaning 'to call forth, to summon, to challenge'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'provocative' has been used in various fields, including psychology, where it refers to a stimulus that elicits a response.

  2. In the world of fashion, 'provocative' clothing is designed to challenge societal norms and evoke strong reactions.


Related Concepts
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  1. Controversial: Related to or involving controversy or debate.

  2. Sensational: Exciting public interest or attention, often by being shocking or intriguing.


Culture
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The term 'provocative' has been used in various cultural contexts to describe works of art, literature, and music that challenge conventional norms and evoke strong reactions. For instance, in the world of art, provocative works often push boundaries and spark controversy. In literature, provocative themes and ideas can challenge readers' perspectives and provoke thought.

How to Memorize "provocative"

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