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provoke
to stir up a strong reaction or response, often anger
Synonyms
Antonyms
- soothe
- pacify
provoke in a sentence
The referee's questionable call provoked loud boos from the crowd.
The coach's blunt comments provoked the players to train harder.
Where it comes from
From Latin provocare "to call forth"
Memory hook
PRO-VOKE -- a vocal jab meant to call forth a reaction.
Word parts
- voc/vok — call, voice
provoke: pro- (forth) + vok (call)
Read it in context
- The Winter Choice Nature