something that incites or provokes; a means of arousing or stirring to action

frighten or scare, and often provoke into a violent action

something that incites or provokes; a means of arousing or stirring to action

an entertainment that provokes pleased interest and distracts you from worries and vexations

provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion

a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter

serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate; stimulating discussion or exciting controversy

serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate; stimulating discussion or exciting controversy

provide the needed stimulus for

something that incites or provokes; a means of arousing or stirring to action