provoked

[prəˈvəʊkt]

provoked Definition

  • 1stimulated or incited someone to do or feel something, especially by arousing anger or resentment
  • 2deliberately annoyed or angered someone

Using provoked: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "provoked" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The teacher was provoked by the student's rude behavior.

  • Example

    He provoked her by insulting her family.

  • Example

    The company's actions provoked a public outcry.

  • Example

    Her words provoked an angry response from the crowd.

provoked Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for provoked

Phrases with provoked

  • to cause a response or reaction from someone

    Example

    The artist's work is intended to provoke a reaction from the viewer.

  • to cause people to laugh

    Example

    The comedian's jokes never failed to provoke laughter from the audience.

  • to intentionally start a physical altercation with someone

    Example

    He was looking for a reason to provoke a fight with his rival.

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Summary: provoked in Brief

'Provoked' [prəˈvəʊkt] describes the act of deliberately stimulating or inciting someone to do or feel something, often by arousing anger or resentment. It can also refer to being deliberately annoyed or angered. Examples include 'The teacher was provoked by the student's rude behavior,' and 'The company's actions provoked a public outcry.' Phrases include 'provoke a reaction,' and 'provoke laughter.'