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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

provocative

/ˌprəʊvəˈkeɪ.tɪv/ adjective · British & US
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What does provocative mean?

adjective

Tending to provoke a strong reaction or emotion; deliberately intended to provoke or shock.

Example

"The artist's provocative new installation sparked heated debate at the museum."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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