0 to cause a reaction, especially a negative one:
3 to cause a particular reaction or feeling:
Her manifest lack of interest in the project has provoked severe criticism.
The release from prison of two of the terrorists has provoked a public outcry.
We have no intention of launching a pre-emptive strike, but we will retaliate if provoked.
The prime minister's speech provoked an angry response from the shadow cabinet.
On the other hand, such policies have provoked grassroot activism and stimulated senior organisations in quite a few countries.
The real-time heat of live performing is an especially handy crucible for raising awareness and provoking people to action.
Structures are important ways of articulating ideas, or of provoking ideas.
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