

His comments were meant to provoke a reaction.
To cause someone to feel a strong emotion, often anger or irritation.
She tried to provoke him with her words.
The movie was designed to provoke thought.
His actions only served to provoke more conflict.
provoke anger
provoke a response
provoke controversy
incite
irritate
stimulate
The incident was a provoke for many discussions.
An action or event that causes a strong emotional response.
The news was a provoke for her tears.
His speech served as a provoke for a heated debate.
The movie was a provoke for many conversations afterward.
strong provoke
emotional provoke
political provoke
stimulus
catalyst
incitement