Cool MateMeaning of Provoking
Causing strong feelings or reactions, often negative, in others.
In simple words: Causing a strong reaction or feeling in someone.
Provoking in a sentence
- His comments were provoking a lot of discussions among the audience.
- She has a talent for provoking deep thoughts in her readers.
- Their provoking behavior led to a heated argument.
- The comedian is known for provoking laughter and discomfort in equal measure.
- Certain topics can be provoking, especially in sensitive environments.
How to use Provoking
Used in contexts where someone's actions or words elicit a response. May be negative if referring to anger or irritation.
Grammar pattern
provoking + object
Memory hint
Think of 'provoke' as 'provoke a response,' like poking someone to get a reaction.
Related words
Collocations with Provoking
- provoking a reaction
- provoking thought
- provoking feelings
- provoking anger
- provoking debate
Synonyms for Provoking
- inciting
- stimulating
- irritating
- annoying
- instigating
Opposites of Provoking
- calming
- soothing
Common mistakes with Provoking
- Confuse with 'provocative' which has a more sexual connotation.
- Use as a noun instead of an adjective.
- Mistakenly use in passive voice when referring to someone's action.
Provoking appears in
Provoking in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مُستَفِزّ
يُسبّب رد فعل أو شعور قوي لدى شخص ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
উত্তেজিত করা
কারো মধ্যে তীব্র প্রতিক্রিয়া বা অনুভূতি সৃষ্টি করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Provozierend
Eine starke Reaktion oder ein starkes Gefühl bei jemandem hervorrufend.
- SpanishEspañol
Provocador/a
Que causa una reacción o sentimiento fuerte en alguien.
- Persianفارسی
تحریک کننده
باعث ایجاد یک واکنش یا احساس قوی در کسی میشود.
- FrenchFrançais
Provocant
Qui provoque une réaction ou un sentiment fort chez quelqu'un.
- Hindiहिन्दी
उत्तेजित करने वाला
किसी में मजबूत प्रतिक्रिया या भावना पैदा करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Provocatorio
Che causa una forte reazione o sentimento in qualcuno.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Provocante
Que causa uma forte reação ou sentimento em alguém.
- RussianРусский
Провоцирующий
Вызывающий сильную реакцию или чувство у кого-то.
- Urduاردو
اشتیاق آور، مشتعل کننده
کسی میں شدید ردعمل یا احساس پیدا کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
挑衅的, 煽动性的
引起某人强烈反应或感觉。
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Frequently asked questions about Provoking
What does Provoking mean?
Causing a strong reaction or feeling in someone.
What is the definition of Provoking?
Causing strong feelings or reactions, often negative, in others.
How do you use Provoking in a sentence?
His comments were provoking a lot of discussions among the audience.
Can you give another example of Provoking?
She has a talent for provoking deep thoughts in her readers.
What are synonyms for Provoking?
Common alternatives include inciting, stimulating, irritating, annoying, instigating.
What is the opposite of Provoking?
Opposite meanings include calming, soothing.
What words go with Provoking?
It commonly pairs with provoking a reaction, provoking thought, provoking feelings, provoking anger, provoking debate.
What are common mistakes when using Provoking?
Confuse with 'provocative' which has a more sexual connotation. Use as a noun instead of an adjective. Mistakenly use in passive voice when referring to someone's action.
How do you pronounce Provoking?
US: //prəˈvoʊkɪŋ//, UK: //prəˈvəʊkɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Provoking?
Used in contexts where someone's actions or words elicit a response. May be negative if referring to anger or irritation.