(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 2:19:38

Pro*vok"ing, a.

Having the power or quality of exciting resentment; tending to awaken passion or vexation; as, provoking words or treatment.

-- Pro*vok"ing*ly, adv.

 

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