Words To Provoke Thought

verb to encourage or stir up violent or unlawful behavior

• The speaker's inflammatory remarks were intended to incite violence among the crowd.
• Don't incite your brother by teasing him about his grades.
• I dare you to incite a fight at the party tonight.
• The artist's bold use of color incites a sense of passion in the viewer.

verb to cause a reaction or feeling, typically a strong or unwelcome one

adjective causing annoyance, anger, or another strong reaction

• The speaker delivered a thought-provoking speech on environmental conservation.
• I found that movie to be really provoking, it made me think a lot.
• That article was so provoking, it really got under my skin.
• His words were like a provoking slap in the face, forcing me to confront the truth.