How to Pronounce "invoking"
word
ˌɪnˈvoʊkɪŋ
in-VOHK-ing
ɪnvˈəʊkɪŋ
in-VOH-king
Definition
Calling upon a higher power, law, principle, or resource for help or support, or making use of something in a particular situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈvoʊkɪŋ
British English
ɪnvˈəʊkɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-VOHK-ing
UK
in-VOH-king
Listen in Context
She is invoking her right to remain silent.
The ceremony began by invoking a blessing.
The lawyer is invoking a new law in the defense.
By invoking tradition, they justified the old rules.