provoke

11 plus vocabulary word for grammar school entrance exams

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Learn the meaning of provoke with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

provoke

(verb)

Meaning

to stimulate a reaction or emotion

Example

"The teacher's questions were designed to provoke thoughtful discussion among the students."

Synonyms

incitestimulateagitate

Antonyms

calmappeasesuppress