Synonyms of elicited

elicited

verb

past tense of elicit

as in evoked

to draw out (something hidden, latent, or reserved)

the role elicited the actress's flair for comedy that previous directors had overlooked

Synonyms & Similar Words

• evoked
• inspired
• revealed
• raised
• called forth
• educed
• got
• pulled
• obtained
• gained
• extracted
• procured
• exposed
• extorted
• dragged
• secured
• wrung
• discovered
• uncovered
• dredged (up)
• evinced
• wrested
• disclosed
• divulged
• unveiled
• coaxed (out)
• wangled
• unmasked
• bared
• uncloaked

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignored
• missed
• disregarded
• neglected
• overlooked
• forgot
• passed over
• overpassed

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of elicited

The testimony elicited visible emotion from Celeste’s family — her mother wiped away tears — who remained in court throughout the testimony. — Madeline Morrison, NBC news, 22 July 2026

The Saudi deal elicited surprise and immediate concern across Washington, where lawmakers are expected to have a vote on the matter, as well as in Israel, a nuclear power that has long feared an atomic arms race could grip the region. — Ana Ceballos, Los Angeles Times, 22 July 2026

Scheffler got himself into the predicament first by hitting a drive into the left rough on the 17th hole — a shot that elicited visible frustration on the tee. — Gabby Herzig, New York Times, 19 July 2026

Bellingham’s equalizer from close range elicited a roar from that crowd that included Mick Jagger and England great David Beckham. — ABC News, 11 July 2026

Some residents say the expansion is a red flag for a project that has already elicited skepticism among neighbors. — Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026

Shockingly, these companies have even elicited support from the National PTA in part to fund school events to promote online safety and provide favorable content to journalists. — Paul Jester, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2026

But, in general, the subject elicited private reticence and public omertà. — Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 3 July 2026

Since the calendar flipped to 2026, Zayn has elicited a different reaction from the crowd. — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 26 June 2026