How to Pronounce "provoking"
word
pɹəˈvoʊkɪŋ
pruh-VOH-king
pɹəvˈəʊkɪŋ
pruh-VOH-king
Definition
Causing a strong reaction, such as anger or interest; making someone feel or think strongly about something.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹəˈvoʊkɪŋ
British English
pɹəvˈəʊkɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pruh-VOH-king
UK
pruh-VOH-king
Listen in Context
Her comments were very provoking.
The movie had a provoking message.
He made a provoking joke.
That was a really provoking debate—they touched on sensitive topics.