To stimulate or incite someone to take action or feel a certain way, often in a negative context.
Example Sentences
His comments were meant to provoke a reaction from the audience. → Ang kanyang mga komento ay nilayon upang pumukaw ng reaksyon mula sa madla.
She knew that her actions would provoke him further. → Alam niyang ang kanyang mga aksyon ay magpupukaw sa kanya nang higit pa.
The movie was designed to provoke thought about social issues. → Ang pelikula ay dinisenyo upang pumukaw ng pag-iisip tungkol sa mga isyu sa lipunan.
He often tries to provoke his friends into debating controversial topics. → Madalas niyang sinusubukang pumukaw ng kanyang mga kaibigan upang talakayin ang mga kontrobersyal na paksa.
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