provocative
/prəˈvɒkətɪv/
pro · voc · a · tive
prə · ˈvɒk · ə · tɪv
English Definition
adj. provocative; inflammatory; stimulating
Significado en Español
provocativo
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
khiêu khích
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
pro-(before) + voc(speak, call) + ative→ provocative, inciting.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which of the following words is a synonym for “provocative”?
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A
Bland
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B
Stimulating
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C
Dull
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D
Ineffective
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B — Stimulating.
“provocative” means adj. provocative; inflammatory; stimulating
Common questions about “provocative”
What does “provocative” mean?
provocative — adj. provocative; inflammatory; stimulating. In Chinese: 煽动性的，挑衅的.
How do you pronounce “provocative”?
provocative is pronounced /prəˈvɒkətɪv/. It breaks into 4 syllables: pro · voc · a · tive.
Is “provocative” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. provocative appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “provocative”?
pro-(before) + voc(speak, call) + ative→ provocative, inciting.
