provocation
/ˌprɒvəˈkeɪʃən/ · /ˌprɑːvəˈkeɪʃən/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #5695 in the learning path
挑衅；激怒
Definitions
n. behaviour intended or likely to cause anger or a reaction
挑衅；激怒
Example
Despite the provocation, Amir stayed calm and walked away.
尽管受到挑衅，阿米尔仍保持冷静并走开了。
Teaching children to respond calmly to provocation can reduce conflict and promote a more supportive school environment.
教孩子冷静应对挑衅能减少冲突，并营造更互助友善的校园环境。
Collocations
- without provocation
- deliberate provocation
- respond to provocation
Word family
- provoke (v.)
- provocative (adj.)
- provocatively (adv.)
Synonyms
- incitement
Usage tip
常指引起愤怒的挑衅，不宜泛译为普通刺激。
FAQ
- What does provocation mean?
- behaviour intended or likely to cause anger or a reaction
- How is provocation pronounced?
- UK /ˌprɒvəˈkeɪʃən/, US /ˌprɑːvəˈkeɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
