vt.

1. 對……挑釁；煽動；激怒，激起[（+to/into）][O2]
   If you provoke the dog, he may bite you.

   你如果激怒了這條狗，它可能會咬你。

2. 誘導，導致[O2]
   The President's speech provoked much discussion.

   總統的演說引發了許多議論。

3. （女子）撩撥（男子）

v.

1. stimulate (a reaction or emotion, typically a strong or unwelcome one) in someone.
2. deliberately annoy or anger.
   ▸incite to do or feel something, especially by arousing anger.