Provoked - definition, pronunciation, transcription
- this word is a past participle form of the verb to provoke
Extra examples
His remarks provoked both tears and laughter.
The animal will not attack unless it is provoked.
The children's bad behaviour at last provoked their mother into anger.
He is not soon provoked, however teased.
The judges' decision provoked controversy.
His actions provoked severe criticism from civil rights groups.
Young people might be provoked into imitative crime by the exploits they see on TV.
The proposal provoked widespread criticism.
The decision to invade provoked storms of protest.
The novel has provoked fierce debate in the US.
Emma, though still at school, was provoked to help too.
The dog would not have attacked if it hadn't been provoked.
The decision provoked an angry response from residents.
Government plans for hospital closures provoked a storm of protest.
The measures provoked vigorous opposition in right-wing circles.
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