Evoked Meaning in English
word · lemma: evoke
iˈvoʊkt/, /ɪˈvoʊkt
ee-VOHKT or ih-VOHKT
ɪvˈəʊkt
ih-VOHKT
Definition
Caused a feeling, memory, or image to be brought to mind; made someone remember or feel something.
Usage & Nuances
More formal or literary verb; often used for emotions, memories, or artistic impressions. Common with words like 'memories', 'feelings', 'images', and 'atmosphere'. Not used for physical actions. Don't confuse with 'invoke' (to call upon authority or power).
Spanish: evocó - suscitóPortuguese (BR): evocou - suscitouPortuguese (PT): evocou - suscitouChinese (Simplified): 唤起了 - 引起了Chinese (Traditional): 喚起了 - 引起了Hindi: उत्पन्न किया - जगायाArabic: أثار - استحضرBengali: উদ্রেক করা - মনে করিয়ে দেওয়াRussian: вызывать - пробуждать (чувства, воспоминания)Japanese: 呼び起こす - 想起させるVietnamese: gợi lên - làm sống lạiKorean: 불러일으키다 - 환기하다 (감정, 기억)Turkish: anımsatmak - uyandırmak (duygu, anı)Urdu: ابھارنا - یاد دلاناIndonesian: membangkitkan - membangkitkan kembali
Example Sentences
The old photo evoked happy memories for her.
basic
His speech evoked a strong reaction from the audience.
basic
The smell of fresh bread evoked memories of her childhood.
basic
The movie's soundtrack evoked nostalgia for the 1980s.
natural
Her painting evoked a sense of calm and peace.
natural
His words evoked images of distant lands and adventure.
natural