# provoked

Pronunciation: say "pruh-VOHKT" US /pɹəˈvoʊkt/, UK /pɹəˈvəʊkt/

## Verb

1. Simple past and past participle of provoke. — simple past and past participle of provoke
   - Simple: Simple past and past participle of provoke. Use this form for something that already made a reaction happen.
   - _His sarcastic remarks provoked an angry response from the crowd._
   - _The new policy has provoked widespread criticism among workers._

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