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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 While the name of the brand evokes a youthful aesthetic, its colorful pieces can also be quite sophisticated. Erika Owen, Vogue, 6 June 2025 As Venus slips into Taurus on June 6, the love planet dazzles your fifth house of passion, romance and pleasure, heightening your charm while evoking a desire for fun and affection. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 6 June 2025 Winning the cup after defying death over the course of a full 20-minute sessions evokes the thrills of games like Fortnite at their peak, amplified by the lack of breaks. Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 6 June 2025 The counter and tables are crafted from the rich mahogany that’s synonymous with Rivas, while the seating evokes the upholstery on the legendary speedboats. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 5 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for evoke
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evoke
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  • This is not something meant to elicit praise, surprise, disgust or a call from my gastroenterologist.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2025
  • That assessment is likely to elicit wide eyes and snarky responses across college football, but her case comes with an important caveat.
    Jon Wilner, Mercury News, 5 June 2025
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  • Hong Kong’s relentless pace has inspired a wellness revolution where ancient rituals meet cutting-edge science.
    Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
  • However, it’s inspired a trend that has been adopted by some of soccer’s biggest names — and sometimes, champagne isn’t even involved.
    Elias Burke, New York Times, 8 June 2025

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“Evoke.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evoke. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.

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