Invoke

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈvoʊk/

Definitions of invoke

noun a request or prayer for help or inspiration

Example Sentences

A1 I don't understand how to invoke this spell.

A2 The shaman invoked the spirits to help heal the sick child.

B1 The lawyer invoked the right to remain silent on behalf of his client.

B2 The president invoked emergency powers to address the crisis.

C1 The professor's lecture invoked a lively discussion among the students.

C2 The artist's work invokes deep emotions in the viewer.

verb to call upon or appeal to (someone or something) for help or inspiration

Example Sentences

A1 I invoke the power of friendship to help me through tough times.

A2 She invoked the name of her lawyer to scare off the intruder.

B1 The protestors invoked their right to free speech during the demonstration.

B2 The defense lawyer invoked a new piece of evidence to support his client's innocence.

C1 The politician invoked the memory of past leaders to inspire the crowd.

C2 The priest invoked a blessing upon the newlyweds during the ceremony.

Examples of invoke in a Sentence

formal The lawyer invoked a little-known precedent to support her argument.

informal I always invoke my right to remain silent when dealing with the police.

slang Don't worry, I'll invoke my connections to get us into the club tonight.

figurative The artist's use of color invokes a sense of nostalgia in the viewer.

Grammatical Forms of invoke

• past tense: invoked
• plural: invokes
• comparative: more invoke
• superlative: most invoke
• present tense: invoke
• future tense: will invoke
• perfect tense: have invoked
• continuous tense: is invoking
• singular: invokes
• positive degree: invoke
• infinitive: to invoke
• gerund: invoking
• participle: invoked

Origin and Evolution of invoke

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'invoke' originated from the Latin word 'invocare', which means 'to call upon'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'invoke' has evolved to encompass the idea of calling upon a higher power or authority for assistance or support, as well as the act of bringing something into existence or causing a particular reaction or response.