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    provocation
    /ˌprɒvəˈkeɪʃn/

    noun

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  2. PROVOCATION definition: 1. an action or statement that is intended to make someone angry: 2. an action or statement that…. Learn more.

  3. Learn the meaning of provocation as the act of provoking or something that provokes, arouses, or stimulates. See synonyms, examples, word history, and related entries for provocation.

  4. Provocation is an action or statement that is intended to make someone angry or annoyed. Learn more about the meaning, usage and synonyms of provocation with examples from various sources.

  5. Provocation definition: the act of provoking. . See examples of PROVOCATION used in a sentence.

  6. Provocation is a noun that means a reason for someone else to react angrily, violently, or emotionally. It can also mean something that causes indignation, anger, etc, or words or conduct that incite a person to attack another.

  7. A provocation makes someone angry or sometimes even violent. Telling a professional boxer how ugly he is would be considered a provocation — one that might get you punched in the face. Provocation is the act of provoking someone — doing something just to get a reaction.

  8. Provocation is the act of doing or saying something deliberately to make somebody angry or upset. Learn how to use this word in different contexts, with synonyms, pronunciation and pictures.