pro·voc·a·tive 
/prəˈvɑ:kətɪv/ adjective
/prəˈvɑ:kətɪv/ adjective [more provocative; most provocative] 1 : causing discussion, thought, argument, etc.
▪ a thoughtful and provocative book/essay/idea ▪ provocative comments ▪ It was one of his more provocative suggestions. ▪ an intentionally provocative style 2 : causing sexual feelings or excitement : sexy
▪ She was wearing a very provocative outfit.
▪ a thoughtful and provocative book/essay/idea ▪ provocative comments ▪ It was one of his more provocative suggestions. ▪ an intentionally provocative style
▪ She was wearing a very provocative outfit.
— pro·voc·a·tive·ly adverb
▪ a provocatively thoughtful work ▪ She was dressed provocatively.
▪ a provocatively thoughtful work ▪ She was dressed provocatively.
