Synonyms: provoking, agitating, agitative
Definition: causing or tending to cause anger or resentment
Usage: a provoking delay at the airport
Similar words: provocative
Definition: serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate; stimulating discussion or exciting controversy
Usage: a provocative remark; a provocative smile; provocative Irish tunes which...compel the hearers to dance- Anthony Trollope