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provocatively

/prəˈvɑːkətɪvli/
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Adjective:provocative
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• adverb

1

In a manner intended or tending to provoke anger, controversy, or strong intellectual reaction.

Example

"The historian argued provocatively that the economic reforms had actually slowed industrial growth."

2

In a way that is intended to arouse sexual desire or interest.

Example

"The fashion model posed provocatively for the magazine cover shoot."

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• Rhymes for provocatively

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Provocatively. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/provocatively
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