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“provocative” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsoprovocativo

Pronunciation

IPA/pɾoβokaˈðoɾ/

Example

Ese comentario fue provocador.

That comment was provocative.

Illustration for provocador (provocative)

How to say “provocative” in Spanish

“Provocative” in Spanish is provocador.

An action intended to offend or draw attention.

Full entry for provocador: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with provocador

Su tono fue provocador en la reunión.

His tone was provocative at the meeting.

Tips for using provocador

  • Provocador typically modifies nouns like comentario, gesto, or actitud to describe provocative behavior or words rather than a stable personality.

Other Spanish words for “provocative”

Su comentario fue provocativo.

His comment was provocative.

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