provocatively

• Auf eine Weise, die darauf abzielt, eine Reaktion hervorzurufen, insbesondere Wut, Interesse oder sexuelles Verlangen. Beschreibt Handlungen, Äußerungen oder Verhalten, die eine starke emotionale Reaktion provozieren sollen.

An adverb meaning "in a way that is intended to cause a reaction, especially anger, interest, or sexual desire." It describes actions, speech, or behavior designed to provoke a strong emotional response.

1. In a way that provokes or stimulatesB2formal

   In a manner intended to cause a reaction, especially anger, interest, or excitement.

   Provokativ

   • She dressed provocatively for the party.
   • He spoke provocatively about the controversial topic.
   • The artist's work was provocatively displayed in the gallery.

   Synonymeprovokinglytantalizinglyteasingly

   Antonymeinoffensivelyunobtrusively

2. In a sexually suggestive mannerB2informal

   In a way that is intended to arouse sexual desire or interest.

   Provokativ

   • She looked at him provocatively across the room.
   • The model posed provocatively for the camera.
   • He smiled provocatively, making her blush.

   Synonymecoquettishlyinvitinglyseductivelysensuallysuggestivelytemptingly