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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."

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