Provoking (Adjective)
Meaning
Causing or tending to cause anger or resentment; "a provoking delay at the airport".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The politician's insensitive comments were provoking outrage among the community.
- The long lines at the grocery store were provoking frustration among the shoppers.
- The company's decision to downsize was provoking widespread resentment among employees.
- The late delivery of her package was provoking stress and anxiety for the freelancer.
- The rude behavior of the customer service representative was provoking anger in the customer.