2syllables
provokes
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provokes is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, provokes is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofprovokes
1verb
- To cause someone to become annoyed or angry.
Example: "Don't provoke the dog; it may try to bite you."
- To bring about a reaction.
- To appeal.
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