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provocatively

/prəˈvɒk.ə.tɪv.li/

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adverb

/prəˈvɒk.ə.tɪv.li/C1formal
  • ruСпособом, предназначенным вызвать реакцию, особенно гнев, интерес или сексуальное желание. Описывает действия, речь или поведение, направленные на провоцирование сильного эмоционального отклика.

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.

    ruПровокационно

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

    Synonymsprovokinglytantalizinglyteasingly

    Antonymsinoffensivelyunobtrusively

  2. In a sexually suggestive mannerB2informal

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

    ruПровокационно

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

    Synonymscoquettishlyinvitinglyseductivelysensuallysuggestivelytemptingly

Forms
  • more provocatively comparative form
  • most provocatively superlative form
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