Meaning & use
provocatively
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In a manner intended to provoke a reaction, especially anger, desire, or argument.
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She smiled provocatively as she delivered the controversial remark.
The dancer moved provocatively across the stage, drawing gasps from the crowd.
A note on using this word
Derived from "provoke" (Latin provocare, "to call forth"); often used to describe deliberately challenging or arousing speech, dress, or behavior.
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