evoke — to bring or recall a feeling, memory, or image to the conscious mind
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to bring or recall a feeling, memory, or image to the conscious mind
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈvoʊk/
Example Sentences
- The smell of cookies evoked memories of grandma's kitchen.
- His terrible singing evoked more laughter than applause.
- The movie's ending evoked strong emotions from the audience.
evoke
VERB[/ɪˈvoʊk/]
to bring or recall a feeling, memory, or image to the conscious mind
The old song evoked memories of her grandmother's kitchen.
Memories evoke what they invoke, emotions provoke what they provoke!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'evocare', composed of 'e-' (out) and 'vocare' (to call), meaning 'to call out'. The word entered English through Old French in the 15th century.
Breakdown
e- (out) + voc (call) + -ate (verb suffix) = evoke
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📝Examples
“The smell of cookies evoked memories of grandma's kitchen.”
“His terrible singing evoked more laughter than applause.”
“The movie's ending evoked strong emotions from the audience.”
“Her presentation evoked more confusion than understanding.”
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