How do you pronounce elicit?

elicit is pronounced as /ɪˈlɪsɪt/.

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elicit

💬elicit

verb

/ɪˈlɪsɪt/

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Meaning

To draw out a response, answer, or reaction from someone.

Example Sentences

The teacher’s question elicited thoughtful answers from the students.

Example Expressions

elicit a response

Synonyms

evoke, extract, provoke, obtain, bring out

Antonyms

suppress, hide, silence

Collocations

elicit response, elicit information, elicit reaction, elicit support

More Example Sentences

Felicitations.

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