Definition of Evoke
Evoke
e·voke
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(verb)
to call or bring something to the conscious mind, to cause someone to recall something from memory;
e.g. The exhibits at the children's museum evoke her childhood memories.
(verb)
to elicit a particular feeling or response, especially from something imaginary;
e.g. This story is intended to evoke a feeling of nostalgia and sadness.
(verb)
to cite or refer to something in an approving tone, typically in order to support one's argument;
e.g. She likes to evoke his theories to prove the points she makes.
(verb)
to summon or conjure something, typically something supernatural;
e.g. Reciting these words will evoke the spirits that live in the walls.
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