Definition Synonyms
Definition of provocative - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
conflict talkcausing anger or strong emotions
- His provocative remarks sparked a heated debate.
2.
flirtingarousing sexual interest or desire
- She wore a provocative dress to the party.
3.
intellectualstimulating thought or discussion
- The provocative article challenged readers to think differently.
Origin of provocative
Latin, provocare (to call forth)
Terms with provocative included in their meaning
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dance
engage in a sexually provocative dance
online behavior
deliberately ignore provocative messages to prevent disruption
alternative genre
experimental style with electronic noise, unusual sound sources, often provocative themes
photography
person considered attractive enough to be photographed in a provocative pose
romance
sexually provocative or racy
provocative
intended to provoke or annoy someone
dance
sexually provocative dance style with close contact
provocative
intentionally causing conflict or excitement
provocative
intended to arouse angry or violent feelings
provocative
somewhat sexy and provocative
politics
reckless or provocative policies especially in politics or foreign affairs
daring
more daring or provocative
sexuality
sexually explicit or provocative
provocative
presented in a way to provoke public interest
provocative host
talk show host known for provocative opinions
provocative
provoking strong indignation or anger
provocative dance
dance performed by naked prostitutes
breasts uncovered
having breasts uncovered, sometimes in a non-provocative way
provocative dance
dance erotically with hip movements
suggestive speech
provocative or suggestive speech
fashion
dressed in a bold or provocative manner
attention-seeking
provocative or controversial to attract attention
emotion conversation
in a way that is stimulating, intriguing, or charmingly provocative
provocative
inciting people to rebel or protest
Examples of provocative in a sentence
Her provocative outfit drew attention at the event. The advertisement was criticized for its provocative imagery. His provocative comments sparked a heated debate. Her provocative questions sparked a lively debate. The book's provocative themes engaged many readers.
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- French:provocant, séduisant, ...
- German:provokativ, aufreizend, ...
- Italian:provocatorio, provocante, ...
- Spanish:provocativo, seductor, ...
- Portuguese:provocador, provocante, ...
- Chinese:挑衅的, 挑逗的, ...
- Japanese:挑発的な, セクシーな, ...
- Arabic:استفزازي, مثير, ...
- Hebrew:פְּרוֹבוֹקָטִיבִי, מְגָרֶה, ...
- Russian:провокационный, соблазнительный, ...
- Ukrainian:провокаційний, звабливий, ...
- Hindi:भड़काऊ, कामोत्तेजक, ...
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