adjective as in strong fondness

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provocative, incendiary

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Example Sentences

Example:The report's even-handed tone was refreshing, avoiding any provocative statements.

Definition:likely to anger, irritate, or upset someone; intended to provoke a reaction.

From provocative

Example:His inflammatory speech was likely to cause preoffensive reactions among the audience.

Definition:liable to arouse passion or strong emotion, especially anger or hostility; (figuratively) causing a conflict.

From incendiary