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UK/["/ɪˈvəʊk/","/ɪˈvəʊks/","/ɪˈvəʊkt/","/ɪˈvəʊkɪŋ/"]/US/["/ɪˈvəʊk/","/ɪˈvəʊks/","/ɪˈvəʊkt/","/ɪˈvəʊkɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Evoke

to bring a feeling, a memory or an image into your mind

In simple words: To bring a memory or feeling to your mind.

Evoke in a sentence

  • The music **evoked memories** of her youth.
  • His case is unlikely to evoke public sympathy.
  • Her face, though sad, still evoked a feeling of serenity.
  • The novel vividly evokes the life of the Irish in Australia.
  • products that help evoke an old-fashioned mood
  • the actor's ability to evoke a variety of emotions

How to use Evoke

Use 'evoke' when discussing memories, feelings, or emotions, especially in literary or artistic contexts. It's less common in everyday conversation.

Grammar pattern

evoke + object

Memory hint

Think of 'e-voke' as 'e-voke' those feelings, like a voice calling them out.

Related words

Collocations with Evoke

  • beautifully
  • clearly
  • effectively
  • attempt to
  • seek to
  • try to
  • the ability to evoke something
  • the power to evoke something

Synonyms for Evoke

Opposites of Evoke

Common mistakes with Evoke

  • 'Evoke' confused with 'invoke', which means to call upon.
  • 'Evoke' used without an object (e.g. 'evoke strong feelings' should be 'evoke strong feelings in someone').
  • 'Evoke' incorrectly used in place of 'arouse' when discussing responses.

Compare Evoke with Invoke, Generate

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Frequently asked questions about Evoke

What does Evoke mean?

To bring a memory or feeling to your mind.

What is the definition of Evoke?

to bring a feeling, a memory or an image into your mind

How do you use Evoke in a sentence?

The music **evoked memories** of her youth.

Can you give another example of Evoke?

His case is unlikely to evoke public sympathy.

What are synonyms for Evoke?

Common alternatives include call forth, invoke, bring to mind, elicit, generate.

What is the opposite of Evoke?

Opposite meanings include suppress, forget, ignore.

What words go with Evoke?

It commonly pairs with beautifully, clearly, effectively, attempt to, seek to, try to, the ability to evoke something, the power to evoke something.

What are common mistakes when using Evoke?

'Evoke' confused with 'invoke', which means to call upon. 'Evoke' used without an object (e.g. 'evoke strong feelings' should be 'evoke strong feelings in someone'). 'Evoke' incorrectly used in place of 'arouse' when discussing responses.

How do you pronounce Evoke?

US: /["/ɪˈvəʊk/","/ɪˈvəʊks/","/ɪˈvəʊkt/","/ɪˈvəʊkɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɪˈvəʊk/","/ɪˈvəʊks/","/ɪˈvəʊkt/","/ɪˈvəʊkɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Evoke?

Use 'evoke' when discussing memories, feelings, or emotions, especially in literary or artistic contexts. It's less common in everyday conversation.

What CEFR level is Evoke?

"Evoke" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.