Meaning
provocative
- intended to provoke, provoke debate, or elicit an emotional reaction
- deliberately irritating, challenging, or controversial
In a sentence
Il giornalista ha fatto una domanda provocatoria.
The journalist asked a provocative question.
Il suo atteggiamento era decisamente provocatorio durante la riunione.
His attitude was definitely provocative during the meeting.
Non rispondere con frasi provocatorie a ogni critica.
Don't reply with provocative remarks to every criticism.
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| provocatorio | masculine · singular |
| provocatoria | feminine · singular |
| provocatori | masculine · plural |
| provocatorie | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Often describes questions, attitudes, statements, or artistic works intended to challenge conventional views.