Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
invocation
noun
/ɪnˌvəʊ.keɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The act of calling upon a deity, spirit, or higher power for assistance or guidance.
Examples
- The priest began the service with an invocation to the gods.
- During the ceremony, an invocation was made to bless the gathering.
- She wrote an invocation to inspire her art.
Meaning
Invocation refers to the formal appeal or summoning of a spiritual entity or principle, typically through spoken words or rituals. It is often used in religious or ceremonial contexts to request help or inspiration.
Synonyms
- appeal
- prayer
- spiritual request
- entreaty
