Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
evocate
verb
/ɪˈvoʊkeɪt/
Definition
To bring a feeling, memory, or image to the conscious mind.
Examples
- The artist’s painting seemed to evoke a sense of nostalgia.
- Hearing that song evoked memories of my childhood.
- The speech was designed to evoke empathy from the audience.
Meaning
Evocate refers to the act of calling forth or summoning, often in relation to emotions or memories.
Synonyms
- Invoke
- Call forth
- Conjure
- Summon
- Bring to mind
