evoke

/ɪvˈə‍ʊk/

/iˈvoʊk/, /ɪˈvoʊk/

to evoke

MAIN VERB

call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)

synonyms : arouse

evoke or provoke to appear or occur

synonyms : call forth

to cause someone to recall a memory, feeling, etc.

deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning)

synonyms : draw out

summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic

synonyms : arouse

Examples

1. The painting of the countryside evokes feelings of serenity and peace

2. The painting's darkness evoked a sense of mystery and intrigue.

3. The movie director worked the actors to evoke the desired emotions in the scene.

4. The artist used bold strokes and vibrant colors to create an abstract composition that evoked a sense of energy and movement.