as in elicits
to draw out (something hidden, latent, or reserved)
the old family photographs we found in the attic evoked a wealth of warm memories
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Recent Examples of evokes
The planes will have a sleek, minimalist look; the whole design concept evokes the aesthetic of luxury around-the-world charters, like those operated by Four Seasons and Aman.
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AFAR Media, 27 Oct. 2025
Adolpho Veloso’s cinematography evokes the stillness and grace of Terrence Malick, while Bryce Dessner’s original score — featuring contributions from Nick Cave on the titular song — stitches together the film’s spiritual undercurrent.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025
The aesthetic is defined by deep red and forest green tartans, warm lighting, elevated accents, and sophisticated dinnerware that evokes classic holiday charm with a polished Americana flair.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2025
Yet, like countless sights in Yosemite Valley, Vernal Fall also evokes the feeling of being in nature Disneyland.
—Gloria Liu, Outside Online, 22 Oct. 2025
If so, maybe your rising sign evokes The Ghostly Trio's vibe, giving you a radical spirit?
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
The Duffers push in quickly and dramatically on a tight shot of her face, in a style that evokes horror movie scream queens.
—Eliana Dockterman, Time, 20 Oct. 2025
Sackville’s prize-winning debut evokes both locations and time settings beautifully.
—The Know, Denver Post, 19 Oct. 2025
The drums are gentle and stirring; the arrangement evokes a pulsing lullaby.
—Vann R. Newkirk Ii, The Atlantic, 18 Oct. 2025
AFAR Media, 27 Oct. 2025
Adolpho Veloso’s cinematography evokes the stillness and grace of Terrence Malick, while Bryce Dessner’s original score — featuring contributions from Nick Cave on the titular song — stitches together the film’s spiritual undercurrent.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025
The aesthetic is defined by deep red and forest green tartans, warm lighting, elevated accents, and sophisticated dinnerware that evokes classic holiday charm with a polished Americana flair.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2025
Yet, like countless sights in Yosemite Valley, Vernal Fall also evokes the feeling of being in nature Disneyland.
—Gloria Liu, Outside Online, 22 Oct. 2025
If so, maybe your rising sign evokes The Ghostly Trio's vibe, giving you a radical spirit?
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
The Duffers push in quickly and dramatically on a tight shot of her face, in a style that evokes horror movie scream queens.
—Eliana Dockterman, Time, 20 Oct. 2025
Sackville’s prize-winning debut evokes both locations and time settings beautifully.
—The Know, Denver Post, 19 Oct. 2025
The drums are gentle and stirring; the arrangement evokes a pulsing lullaby.
—Vann R. Newkirk Ii, The Atlantic, 18 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evokes
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But the piece de resistance is a small button on the face of the guitar that, when pressed, activates a chip on a soundboard that elicits the distinctive roar of Godzilla.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Oct. 2025
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Players sometimes need a new voice, someone who elicits a run-through-a-wall passion and a healthy fear (and a knowledge) that mistakes will carry consequences.—
Barry Jackson
Updated October 19,
Miami Herald,
19 Oct. 2025
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
23 Oct. 2025
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Branching results like that inspires experimentation in character builds, which then encourages multiple playthroughs to see just how out-of-hand a situation could have gotten.—
Jason Fanelli,
Rolling Stone,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Evokes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evokes. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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