English to Hindi Dictionary

Hindi meaning of provocation

provocation

/noun/ उत्तेजना; उकसाव; उकसावा; प्रेरण; उकसाहट; संदीपन; चिढ़ने का कारण; कारण; कोप;

Synonym excitement; abetment; prompting; motivation; instigation; stimulus; behalf; Wrath;

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English Dictionary:

1. Provocation

[n.]

- The act of provoking, or causing vexation or, anger.
- That which provokes, or excites anger; the cause of resentment; as, to give provocation.
- Incitement; stimulus; as, provocation to mirth.
- Such prior insult or injury as may be supposed, under the circumstances, to create hot blood, and to excuse an assault made in retort or redress.
- An appeal to a court. [A Latinism]