상대방의 분노나 강한 반응을 의도적으로 유도하는
Intended to cause a strong reaction, such as anger, annoyance, or debate, often deliberately.
예문:
"The artist's provocative installation was designed to offend the conservative viewers."
"He made several provocative comments about the company's leadership during the interview."
성적 욕구나 관심을 강하게 자극하거나 유도하는
Intended to arouse sexual desire or interest.
예문:
"The magazine cover featured a provocative photo of the famous actress."
"She walked with a provocative grace that commanded the room."
특정한 감정이나 상태 또는 생각을 불러일으키는
Tending to produce or call forth a particular emotion, state, or action, often used with 'of'.
예문:
"The smell of salt air is often provocative of memories of summer vacations."
"His silence was more provocative of anxiety than any words could have been."
어떤 행동이나 반응을 이끌어내는 자극이나 원인
Something that provokes, stimulates, or incites a specific reaction.
예문:
"The unfair treatment of workers acted as a provocative for the nationwide strike."
"The book serves as a provocative for readers to question their own moral values."