thought-provoking

adjective

: causing people to think seriously about something
a thought-provoking article

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The episodes were both fun and thought-provoking in equal measure, and William Shatner as Kirk and Leonard Nimoy as Spock, among many others, turned in performances that seared themselves into our collective pop culture consciousness. Chris Snellgrove, EW.com, 16 Jan. 2025 Our series of informal chats brings together special guests for thought-provoking encounters and fascinating dialogue. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 13 Jan. 2025 This reflection of real-world concerns adds depth to the narrative, making Contraptions a thought-provoking exploration of the potential future. William Mullane, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025 These themes make The Breakthrough not just a gripping crime drama but also a thought-provoking look at the future of criminal investigations. Isabella Wandermurem, TIME, 10 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for thought-provoking 

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“Thought-provoking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thought-provoking. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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