Antonyms for provocation

Grammar : Noun

Spell : prov-uh-key-shuh n

Phonetic Transcription : ˌprɒv əˈkeɪ ʃən

Definition of provocation

Origin : c.1400, from Old French provocacion (12c.) and directly from Latin provocationem (nominative provocatio) "a calling forth, a summoning, a challenge," noun of action from past participle stem of provocare "to call out" (see provoke).

noun incitement, stimulus

Example sentences :

How in the name of wonder will I hinder her to give me provocation?
Extract from : « Tales And Novels, Volume 8 (of 10) » by Maria Edgeworth

I thought my devotion in spite of every provocation might burn away your bitterness.
Extract from : « The Eternal City » by Hall Caine

They were patient and long-suffering under difficulties and provocation.
Extract from : « Herbert Hoover » by Vernon Kellogg

To ears tingling with prophetic apprehension the provocation was intense.
Extract from : « Audrey Craven » by May Sinclair

When I think of the provocation, I do not blame you––so much!
Extract from : « The Strollers » by Frederic S. Isham

Such a provocation as he gave me could have but one expiation.
Extract from : « A Day's Ride » by Charles James Lever

I defy him to assert that the provocation came not from his side.
Extract from : « A Day's Ride » by Charles James Lever

I say he shall have my provocation, and that within an hour!
Extract from : « The Fortunes Of Glencore » by Charles James Lever

He had doubtless cut the cable, as Ump had said, but his provocation had been great.
Extract from : « Dwellers in the Hills » by Melville Davisson Post

The cases investigated showed that they had been moved by provocation.
Extract from : « Policing the Plains » by R.G. MacBeth

Synonyms for provocation

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