Provocative Definition & Meaning
provocative
- adjective
- serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate; stimulating discussion or exciting controversy; "a provocative remark"; "a provocative smile"; "provocative Irish tunes which...compel the hearers to dance"- Anthony Trollope
- exciting sexual desire; "her gestures and postures became more wanton and provocative"
"Provocative" in song lyrics
See how provocative is used in real songs:
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"When topics of our songs were socially provocative"
Dan-e-o — Nostalgia -
"Outsidaz' Night Life a gift to the provocative"
Outsidaz — Night Life -
"It all depends on her clothes, if she's dressed provocative"
Pacewon — It Gets Hot
Words that rhyme with provocative
Usage tips for "provocative"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "provocative" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for provocative to find words that pair well.
Use "provocative" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does provocative mean?
- serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate; stimulating discussion or exciting controversy; "a provocative remark"; "a provocative smile"; "provocative Irish tunes which...compel the hearers to dance"- Anthony Trollope exciting sexual desire; "her gestures and postures became more wanton and provocative"
- What part of speech is provocative?
- Provocative is an adjective.
- How many definitions does provocative have?
- Provocative has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).