EDUCES Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

educes

verb

present tense third-person singular of educe

as in elicits

to draw out (something hidden, latent, or reserved) the gift of a puppy finally educed a response from the shy boy

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That said, this is a piece that elicits a potent response from an audience, which certainly was the case at the Nederlander Theatre on Tuesday night.

— Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2026
At first the request elicits trademark Ramsayian profanity.

— James Horncastle, New York Times, 24 June 2026

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Beyond the coasters, Cedar Point evokes an old-time Americana spirit as the second-oldest amusement park in the country (the oldest being the delightful Lake Compounce in Bristol, Connecticut).

— Zachary Laks, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2026
After the mob boss attack, his bloodied, bandaged look in a hospital bed evokes classic Invisible Man, while a more convenient mask later on feels more akin to House of Wax.

— Entertainment Weekly, Entertainment Weekly, 21 July 2026

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One of the places that inspires her most is her family’s home in Sagaponack, designed by Elsa Soyars.

— Amanda Lauren, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Jimothy inspires artists around the country Jimothy has been an inspiration to many, evidenced by all the artists who have paid homage to him in their medium of choice.

— Drew Pittock, USA Today, 25 July 2026

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