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How does the verb evoke contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of evoke are educe, elicit, extort, and extract. While all these words mean "to draw out something hidden, latent, or reserved," evoke implies a strong stimulus that arouses an emotion or an interest or recalls an image or memory.

a song that evokes warm memories

In what contexts can educe take the place of evoke?

The synonyms educe and evoke are sometimes interchangeable, but educe implies the bringing out of something potential or latent.

educed order out of chaos

When would elicit be a good substitute for evoke?

The words elicit and evoke are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, elicit usually implies some effort or skill in drawing forth a response.

careful questioning elicited the truth

When can extort be used instead of evoke?

The words extort and evoke can be used in similar contexts, but extort suggests a wringing or wresting from one who resists strongly.

extorted their cooperation by threatening to inform

When is it sensible to use extract instead of evoke?

While in some cases nearly identical to evoke, extract implies the use of force or pressure in obtaining answers or information.

extracted a confession from him

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of evoke But the novella barrels forward with the locomotion evoked in its title, until the end of Grainier’s days, and the end of the Old West. The Atlantic, 15 May 2025 To authentically evoke the Caribbean coast, Duque imported dozens of native plant species, shaping a living, breathing environment that reflected the world of Macondo. Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 15 May 2025 Some were folded, evoking Hussein Chalayan’s famous envelope dress. Laia Garcia-Furtado, Vogue, 15 May 2025 For the daytime engagement on the Croisette, the team was dressed in a range of attire evoking summer in the Mediterranean energy. Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 14 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for evoke
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evoke
Verb
  • With this Leafs season hanging in the balance, perhaps this is the moment Berube changes his tone and approach to elicit a response from his players?
    James Mirtle, New York Times, 16 May 2025
  • In the office of my therapist, this formulation elicits a heavy sigh.
    Hanif Abdurraqib, New Yorker, 16 May 2025
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    Nicol Natale, People.com, 15 May 2025
  • The commercial presents scenes, inspired by A’ja’s childhood, that resonate with many Black girls and women.
    Timeka Tounsel, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025

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“Evoke.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evoke. Accessed 27 May. 2025.

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