evoke
/ɪˈvəʊk/ · /ɪˈvoʊk/
CEFR level C1Topic EmotionWord #6439 in the learning path
唤起；引起
Definitions
v. to bring a feeling, memory or image into someone's mind
唤起；引起
Example
The smell of fresh bread evokes memories of home.
新鲜面包的香味唤起了对家的回忆。
Traditional music can evoke a strong sense of belonging among people living far from their homeland.
传统音乐能在远离故土的人们心中唤起强烈的归属感。
Collocations
- evoke memories
- evoke emotions
- evoke an image
- evoke sympathy
Word family
- evocation (n.)
- evocative (adj.)
Synonyms
- arouse
- elicit
Usage tip
直接接情感、回忆等宾语，不加of。
FAQ
- What does evoke mean?
- to bring a feeling, memory or image into someone's mind
- How is evoke pronounced?
- UK /ɪˈvəʊk/, US /ɪˈvoʊk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
