be provocative

Frequency: 8.015.5 per million words

To have the quality of being provocative, either by causing argument or sexual excitement.

provocativeVERB + provocative

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Examples (10)

  • His latest speech was highly provocative, sparking a heated debate among critics.
  • She didn't mean to be provocative, but her direct questions often led to strong reactions.
  • The artist's new installation is deliberately provocative, challenging societal norms.
  • Many found the film's ending to be deeply provocative, prompting much discussion.
  • It would be provocative to suggest that traditional methods are entirely obsolete.
  • Her choice of attire for the conservative event was considered quite provocative.
  • He argued that the article's title was intentionally provocative to attract more readers.
  • To be provocative in art often means pushing boundaries and inviting controversy.
  • Some fashion trends are designed to be visually provocative, aiming for shock value.
  • The commentator's remarks were so provocative that they immediately went viral.