provoked

His rude comment provoked a strong reaction from the audience.

用法提示：provoked 在这里作谓语，表示‘激起’的过去式，强调引发某种反应。

The constant noise provoked the neighbors to complain.

用法提示：provoked 表示‘惹怒’的过去式，作谓语，后接宾语和不定式补语。

She was provoked by his arrogance into arguing with him.

用法提示：provoked 为过去分词，与 was 构成被动语态，表示‘被激怒’的状态。