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elicited

The word “elicited” has 4 syllables: e-li-ci-ted

It's pronounced as /ɪˈlɪsɪtɪd/

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In the thesaurus, “elicited” has 57 synonyms and 16 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for elicited along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for elicited

Antonyms for elicited

Meanings of elicited

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

Example Sentences

  • The unexpected question elicited a surprised response from the audience.
  • Her speech elicited tears from many of the listeners in the room.
  • The investigation elicited crucial details that helped solve the case.
  • The new policy elicited mixed reactions from employees.
  • The comedian's joke elicited laughter from the crowd.

On this page you'll find 73 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to elicited, such as: arm-twist, badger, bared, bite, bring, bring forth, bring out.

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called forth

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