Provoke Meaning

There are 4 meaning(s) for word Provoke

Meaning 1 : call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)

    Synonyms : arouse,  elicit,  enkindle,  evoke,  fire,  kindle,  raise
Meaning 2 : evoke or provoke to appear or occur

    Example : Her behavior provoked a quarrel between the couple

    Synonyms : call forth,  evoke,  kick up
Meaning 3 : provide the needed stimulus for

    Synonyms : stimulate
Meaning 4 : annoy continually or chronically

    Synonyms : beset,  chevvy,  chevy,  chivvy,  chivy,  harass,  harry,  hassle,  molest,  plague