thought-provoking
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Definition
Adjective: * Stimulating interest, attention, or serious thought: Describes something, such as a book, film, idea, or question, that makes you think carefully and deeply about a subject.
Examples of Usage
- The documentary presented a thought-provoking analysis of modern society.
- The professor asked a thought-provoking question that left the class silent for a moment.
- It was a thought-provoking article that changed my perspective on the issue.
Advanced Usage
- "Deeply thought-provoking": Used to emphasize that something is exceptionally stimulating to one's intellect or conscience.
- The novel's ending was deeply thought-provoking and stayed with me for days.
Variants and Related Words
- Thought-provokingly (adverb): In a manner that stimulates thought.
- The essay was thought-provokingly written.
Synonyms
- Stimulating
- Challenging
- Provocative
- Intriguing
- Ponderous
Antonyms
- Uninspiring
- Dull
- Superficial
- Bland
Adjective
- stimulating interest or thought
- a challenging hypothesis
- a thought-provoking book