Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Provoke.
How to pronounce provoke:
US
Provoke - as a verb
Call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)
Example: "Arouse pity"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arouseelicitenkindleevokefirekindleraiseHypernyms (Closely Related)
createmakeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Evoke or provoke to appear or occur
Example: "Her behavior provoked a quarrel between the couple"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
call forthevokekick upHypernyms (Closely Related)
causedomakeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Provide the needed stimulus for
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stimulateHypernyms (Closely Related)
challengeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"His insulting remarks provoked an angry response from the audience."
"The dog barked loudly, hoping to provoke a reaction."
"She knew exactly how to provoke her brother into a fight."
"The controversial painting was meant to provoke discussion and debate."
"Their inappropriate behavior is guaranteed to provoke outrage."
Word Game Points
Is PROVOKE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, provoke is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PROVOKE has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is PROVOKE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, provoke is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPROVOKE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is PROVOKE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, provoke is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPROVOKE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
