provocative

🇺🇸 /prəˈvɑːkətɪv/ 🇬🇧 /prəˈvɒkətɪv/
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adjective
R

Meant to cause strong reactions or arguments.

His provocative comments made everyone angry and start arguing.

R

Designed to create sexual interest or excitement.

She wore a provocative dress that caught everyone's attention.

translation

adj. Meant to cause strong reactions or arguments.; Designed to create sexual interest or excitement.