thought-provoking
Definitions
Stimulating careful consideration or attention.
Causing someone to think seriously about a subject.
Examples
The documentary provided a thought-provoking analysis of the impact of social media on modern relationships.
She raised a thought-provoking question that challenged the entire board to reconsider their long-term strategy.
The professor's lecture was incredibly thought-provoking, leaving the students to debate the ethical implications for hours.
Synonyms
stimulating inspiring challenging introspective contemplative engaging provocative