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Meaning of elicits
The primary meaning of "elicits" is to provoke or draw out a reaction or response from someone or something.
Etymology of elicits
The word "elicits" originates from the Latin word "elicere," which means "to draw out" or "to provoke"
The Latin word is a combination of "e-" (meaning "out" or "forth") and "licere" (meaning "to draw" or "to provoke")
The word has been used in English since the 17th century to describe the act of provoking or drawing out a reaction or response
Synonyms
evokes
provokes
induces
prompts
stimulates
triggers
arouses
inspires
motivates
influences
affects
impresses
moves
touches
stirs
awakens
excites
incites
instigates
kindles
sparks
ignites
inflames
invokes
summons
calls
beckons
bids
invites
solicits
persuades
convinces
coerces
impels
drives
propels
urges
goads
spurs
prods
pricks
goods
awakens
rouses
revives
resurrects
revitalizes
energizes
animates
vitalizes
inspires
enthuses
electrifies
galvanizes
Definitions
- To draw out or provoke a reaction, especially a feeling or a particular type of behavior, from someone or something
- * To extract or obtain something, especially information or a response, from someone or something
Usage Examples
- The comedian's joke elicited a loud laugh from the audience
- * The teacher's question elicited a thoughtful response from the student
- * The new policy elicited a strong reaction from the community