invoke — to mention or use a law, rule, or principle to support your actions
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to mention or use a law, rule, or principle to support your actions
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈvoʊk/
Example Sentences
- When the teacher caught him cheating, he tried to invoke his 'creative interpretation' defense.
- The CEO invoked company policy to avoid answering uncomfortable questions.
- She invoked the ancient ritual of 'calling in sick' to avoid Monday morning meetings.
invoke
VERB[/ɪnˈvoʊk/]
to mention or use a law, rule, or principle to support your actions
The lawyer invokes an old constitutional clause to save her client.
Invoke your rights, but don't provoke—or they'll revoke!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'invocare', combining 'in-' (toward) and 'vocare' (to call). The word entered English through Old French and means literally 'to call upon'.
Breakdown
in- (in, toward) + vok (call) + -e (verb ending) = invoke
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📝Examples
“When the teacher caught him cheating, he tried to invoke his 'creative interpretation' defense.”
“The CEO invoked company policy to avoid answering uncomfortable questions.”
“She invoked the ancient ritual of 'calling in sick' to avoid Monday morning meetings.”
“The painting invokes feelings of nostalgia and melancholy.”
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