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provokingly

/prəˈvoʊ.kɪŋ.li/
pro · vok · ing · ly
Adjective:provoking
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• adverb

1

In a manner that causes annoyance, irritation, or anger.

Example

"The witness remained provokingly calm even as the prosecutor raised his voice."

2

In a teasing, alluring, or challenging manner intended to arouse interest or reaction.

Example

"She smiled provokingly before turning away without answering his question."

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• Rhymes for provokingly

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provocativeness
provokable
provoke
provokingly
provolone
prow
prowar

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the participial adjective 'provoking' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'. The base verb 'provoke' comes from Old French 'provoquier', from Latin 'provocare' ('to call forth, challenge'), combining 'pro-' ('forth') and 'vocare' ('to call').

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