Synonyms of elicits

elicits

verb

present tense third-person singular of elicit

as in evokes

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

• evokes
• inspires
• raises
• reveals
• gets
• pulls
• educes
• calls forth
• obtains
• extracts
• extorts
• procures
• drags
• exposes
• gains
• wrings
• secures
• evinces
• uncovers
• discloses
• wrests
• discovers
• dredges (up)
• unmasks
• divulges
• bares
• unveils
• wangles
• coaxes (out)
• uncloaks

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignores
• misses
• neglects
• disregards
• forgets
• overlooks
• passes over
• overpasses

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of elicits

Researchers say the practice elicits a stronger response from the parasympathetic nervous system, the network of nerves that helps the body relax after stress. — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Aug. 2026

Bedward elicits commentary from latter-day scholars, historians, and Vodou priests. — Dennis Harvey, Variety, 31 July 2026

Even American culture’s misguided attempt at welcoming the object through a decades-long foray into plush toilet covers elicits reflective disgust. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2026

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

Wearing orange and blue still elicits nods, smiles and daps from strangers. — Ashley Fetters Maloy, Washington Post, 18 June 2026

The image elicits awe in Rob Harcourt who took the photograph. — Ari Daniel, NPR, 11 June 2026

For over 55 years, the firm has believed in The Value of Voice®, a planning model that elicits the voice of each stakeholder, facilitating communication and consensus between executive leadership and boards of directors. — Jim Hebets, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026