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invoke

/ˌɪnvˈoʊk/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

verb

  1. summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic
    “raise the specter of unemployment”
  2. cite as an authority; resort to
    “He invoked the law that would save him”
  3. request earnestly (something from somebody); ask for aid or protection
    “appeal to somebody for help”

Synonyms for invoke

Words that rhyme with invoke

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