provoke meaning in Hindi

provoke in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC Selection Post Ph-12 2024 GL Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
   Provoke

   APacifyBAgitateCAggravateDIncite
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Pacify

   Let's break down the meanings of the words and why "Pacify" is the correct antonym for "Provoke":
   Provoke:
   • Provoke means to deliberately stimulate a strong reaction, often anger, irritation, or other strong emotions. It's about causing someone to respond emotionally or act in a particular way, often in a negative or heightened manner.
   • Example: The loud noise provoked him into yelling.
   Pacify (Antonym):
   • Pacify means to calm or soothe someone, especially when they are upset or angry. It involves reducing tension or calming down a situation.
   • Example: The mother pacified her crying child with a lullaby.
   Other Options:
   • Agitate:
   • Agitate means to stir up or excite, usually in a negati

Examples

• “His rude remarks provoked an angry response.”

provoke – questions

What is the meaning of provoke in Hindi?

provoke means “उकसाना” in Hindi. In English: To stimulate or incite someone to react, often with anger

What are the synonyms of provoke?

Synonyms of provoke: incite, instigate, irritate, agitate.

What is the opposite of provoke?

Antonyms of provoke: pacify, calm.

Has provoke been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – provoke has been asked 5 times in SSC exams: SSC Selection Post Ph-12 2024 GL, SSC Selection Post Ph-12 2024, SSC MTS 2021, SSC MTS 2020, SSC CHSL 2019 T-1.

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