Cool MateMeaning of Invoke
to mention or use a law, rule, etc. as a reason for doing something
In simple words: To call upon or bring something into action.
Invoke in a sentence
- It is unlikely that libel laws will be invoked.
- She invoked several eminent scholars to back up her argument.
- His name was invoked as a symbol of the revolution.
- The opening paragraph invokes a vision of England in the early Middle Ages.
- This command will invoke the HELP system.
How to use Invoke
Use 'invoke' in formal contexts, such as legal or academic discussions. It may not be suitable for casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
invoke + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'in-voke' — imagine calling someone to 'voke' in the room.
Related words
Collocations with Invoke
- invoke a right
- invoke a rule
- invoke a law
Common mistakes with Invoke
- Using 'invoke' as a noun instead of a verb.
- Confusing 'invoke' with 'evoke' — remember 'invoke' is to call upon.
- Forgetting to use it with an object, e.g., 'invoke a law' not just 'invoke.'
Invoke appears in
Invoke in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
استدعاء,تفعيل,تذرع بـ
استدعاء أو تفعيل شيء ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আহ্বান করা, উল্লেখ করা
কোনো কিছুকে কাজে ডাকা বা সক্রিয় করা।
- GermanDeutsch
anrufen, heraufbeschwören, geltend machen
Etwas aufrufen oder in Aktion treten lassen.
- SpanishEspañol
Invocar
Llamar o poner algo en acción.
- Persianفارسی
استناد کردن، فراخواندن
به کار بردن یا به عمل آوردن چیزی.
- FrenchFrançais
invoquer, faire appel à, évoquer
Faire appel à ou mettre quelque chose en action.
- Hindiहिन्दी
आमंत्रित करना, लागू करना, आह्वान करना
किसी चीज़ को बुलाना या अमल में लाना।
- ItalianItaliano
Invocare, Evocare
Chiamare o mettere qualcosa in azione.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Invocar
Chamar ou trazer algo à ação.
- RussianРусский
Призвать, сослаться, вызвать
Призвать или привести что-либо в действие.
- Urduاردو
طلب کرنا، استعمال کرنا، پکارنا
کسی چیز کو عمل میں لانا یا طلب کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
调用,援引,祈求
调用或启动某事。
More words like Invoke
- Cite
- Request
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Invoke
What does Invoke mean?
To call upon or bring something into action.
What is the definition of Invoke?
to mention or use a law, rule, etc. as a reason for doing something
How do you use Invoke in a sentence?
It is unlikely that libel laws will be invoked.
Can you give another example of Invoke?
She invoked several eminent scholars to back up her argument.
What are synonyms for Invoke?
Common alternatives include call upon, summon, cite, enlist, request.
What is the opposite of Invoke?
Opposite meanings include ignore, disregard, dismiss.
What words go with Invoke?
It commonly pairs with invoke a right, invoke a rule, invoke a law.
What are common mistakes when using Invoke?
Using 'invoke' as a noun instead of a verb. Confusing 'invoke' with 'evoke' — remember 'invoke' is to call upon. Forgetting to use it with an object, e.g., 'invoke a law' not just 'invoke.'
How do you pronounce Invoke?
US: /["/ɪnˈvəʊk/","/ɪnˈvəʊks/","/ɪnˈvəʊkt/","/ɪnˈvəʊkɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɪnˈvəʊk/","/ɪnˈvəʊks/","/ɪnˈvəʊkt/","/ɪnˈvəʊkɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Invoke formal or informal?
"Invoke" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Invoke?
Use 'invoke' in formal contexts, such as legal or academic discussions. It may not be suitable for casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Invoke?
"Invoke" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.