Dictionary Check: provocative

"provocative" is a valid word!

Scrabble 21 points
Words with Friends 25 points

Definition

adjective

serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate; stimulating discussion or exciting controversy

Example: "a provocative remark"
Antonyms:
adjective

intentionally arousing sexual desire

Example: "her gestures and postures became more wanton and provocative"

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