Provoking

/prəˈvoʊkɪŋ/

Synonyms

  • irritating
  • aggravating
  • inciting
  • instigating
  • stimulating

Slang Meanings

Playing with emotions.
He's always provoking, trying to get a rise out of people.
Stirring the pot.
She loves provoking the group just for the fun of it.