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Meaning of elicit

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

elicit

Pronunciation:/ɪˈlɪsɪt/

verb

Definitions

  1. To evoke, educe (emotions, feelings, responses, etc.); to generate, obtain, or provoke as a response or answer.

  2. To draw out, bring out, bring forth (something latent); to obtain information from someone or something.

    Example: Did you elicit a response?

  3. To use logic to arrive at truth; to derive by reason

    Synonyms:construededuce

adjective

Definitions

  1. Elicited; drawn out; made real; open; evident.