Evoke

/ΙͺˈvΙ™ΚŠk/

The meaning and definition of Evoke, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb
  1. To cause the manifestation of something (emotion, picture, etc.) in someone's mind or imagination.
    β€œBeing here evokes long forgotten memories.”
  2. To call out; to draw out or bring forth.

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Origin

From Latin evoco.

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