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
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Recent Examples of elicited
What book has elicited the most intense emotional reaction from you?
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Literary Hub, 24 Feb. 2026
Also in 2022, Russell Wilson cost the Denver Broncos two firsts, two seconds and a player; Sam Darnold’s transfer from the Jets to the Panthers elicited three picks (second, fourth and sixth rounders); and, Baker Mayfield fetched a fourth-round, conditional pick for Cleveland’s deal with Carolina.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 23 Feb. 2026
With his athleticism and his bravado—his programs featured the world’s only quad axel and the only backflip, which always elicited a roar from the crowd despite earning him no points—Malinin looked poised not only to win but also to bring men’s figure skating into the mainstream.
—Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 22 Feb. 2026
The plans presented at Thursday’s meeting elicited generally favorable reviews, with several residents in attendance crediting the McChords for responding to local feedback.
—John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 21 Feb. 2026
Anti-smoking ads that elicited the greatest feelings of disgust were found to be the most effective.
—Ralph Jones, HubSpot, 20 Feb. 2026
Comments that once elicited antagonistic barbs are met with calm acceptance.
—Jon Wiederhorn, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
The video elicited plenty of enthusiastic reactions on social media, including from Williams' fellow astronauts.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
The onslaught of bad news elicited howling in Canada, groans in Atlanta and frenetic Googling to determine just what, exactly, is the hamate bone.
—Andy McCullough, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026
Literary Hub, 24 Feb. 2026
Also in 2022, Russell Wilson cost the Denver Broncos two firsts, two seconds and a player; Sam Darnold’s transfer from the Jets to the Panthers elicited three picks (second, fourth and sixth rounders); and, Baker Mayfield fetched a fourth-round, conditional pick for Cleveland’s deal with Carolina.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 23 Feb. 2026
With his athleticism and his bravado—his programs featured the world’s only quad axel and the only backflip, which always elicited a roar from the crowd despite earning him no points—Malinin looked poised not only to win but also to bring men’s figure skating into the mainstream.
—Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 22 Feb. 2026
The plans presented at Thursday’s meeting elicited generally favorable reviews, with several residents in attendance crediting the McChords for responding to local feedback.
—John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 21 Feb. 2026
Anti-smoking ads that elicited the greatest feelings of disgust were found to be the most effective.
—Ralph Jones, HubSpot, 20 Feb. 2026
Comments that once elicited antagonistic barbs are met with calm acceptance.
—Jon Wiederhorn, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
The video elicited plenty of enthusiastic reactions on social media, including from Williams' fellow astronauts.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
The onslaught of bad news elicited howling in Canada, groans in Atlanta and frenetic Googling to determine just what, exactly, is the hamate bone.
—Andy McCullough, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elicited
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As for glam, Seyfried’s hair evoked a wild naturalism, with a bevy of flowing curls and plenty of volume.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
20 Feb. 2026
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Gomez's Old Hollywood-esque hairdo evoked retro movie stars like Marilyn Monroe and Dorothy Dandridge.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
20 Feb. 2026
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Plume continues as a lunch and dinner spot throughout the day, and pours cocktails inspired by Taiwan’s indigenous birds after dark (the Regulus Goodfellow with local craft gin, pine needle tea, and maple syrup is a knockout).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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The natural surroundings inspired the design of the resort’s 55 one- and two-bedroom suites, some of which have ocean views.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Elicited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elicited. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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