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Definition of provocativeness

provocativeness

/prəˈvɑːkətɪvnəs/
pro · voc · a · tive · ness
Adverb:provocatively
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Adjective:provocative
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provocativeness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality of deliberately provoking a strong reaction, especially anger, annoyance, or intense debate.

Example

"The sheer provocativeness of the columnist's editorial sparked weeks of heated public debate."

2

The quality of being deliberately alluring or sexually suggestive.

Example

"Critics noted that the fashion designer balanced bold provocativeness with classic elegance in the new collection."

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• Rhymes for provocativeness

• Nearby Words

provocation
provocative
provocatively
provocativeness
provokable
provoke
provokingly

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