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(obsolete) To elicit.
What does Elicitate mean?
transitive verb. 1 : to call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response) her remarks elicited cheers. 2 : to draw forth or bring out (something latent or potential) hypnotism elicited his hidden fears.
Is elicit a negative word?
Elicit is a verb which means to get or extract something (a fact, answer, reaction, information) from someone. It can be used in both positive and negative sense. The word draws its roots from the mid-17th century Latin word elacere (e+lacere or out+entice).
What is a synonym for elicit?
Frequently Asked Questions About elicit
Some common synonyms of elicit are educe, evoke, extort, and extract. While all these words mean «to draw out something hidden, latent, or reserved,» elicit usually implies some effort or skill in drawing forth a response.
Is Elicites a word?
to draw or bring out or forth; educe; evoke: to elicit the truth; to elicit a response with a question.
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How do you use the word elicit?
Elicit Sentence Examples
- It is important to elicit a suitable response from the children for each assembly.
- It is difficult to elicit sympathy for a silly old man caught up in dark dealings.
- I asked, more to take his mind off mayhem than to elicit information.
What’s the opposite of elicit?
Opposite of to provoke or bring about an event or reaction. placate. calm. repress. conciliate.
What is the phrasal verb of bring out?
to produce something; to publish something The band has just brought out their second album.
What does elicit mean in teaching?
Eliciting is a technique we can use to get learners thinking and saying what they know about a subject. It’s when we ask questions or give learners clues to get learners to say what they know about a subject rather than the teacher giving the explanation.
Is its and it’s the same?
Here’s the answer: It’s is a contraction, meaning a shorter or «contracted» form of «it is» or «it has.» (Example: It’s going to rain.) Its is a possessive pronoun meaning, «belonging to it,» or a «quality of it» (Example: The carrier lost its license) or (Example: Its color is red.)
What is a good sentence for the word elicit?
Elicit sentence example. It is important to elicit a suitable response from the children for each assembly. It is difficult to elicit sympathy for a silly old man caught up in dark dealings. I asked, more to take his mind off mayhem than to elicit information.
What is a subversive act?
1 : the act of subverting : the state of being subverted especially : a systematic attempt to overthrow or undermine a government or political system by persons working secretly from within. 2 obsolete : a cause of overthrow or destruction.
What is called Respect?
Respect, also called esteem, is a positive feeling or action shown towards someone or something considered important or held in high esteem or regard. It conveys a sense of admiration for good or valuable qualities.
What does it mean to expostulate?
transitive verb. obsolete : discuss, examine. intransitive verb. : to reason earnestly with a person for purposes of dissuasion or remonstrance.
What is the opposite of innuendo?
Opposite of a derogatory hint or reference to a person or thing. evidence. proof. affirmation. confirmation.
What’s the difference between elicit and illicit?
Elicit often mean ‘to get something’. Illicit, on the other hand, describes something illegal. Because they are pronounced the same but have different meanings, we call these words homophones.
What is the meaning engender?
transitive verb. 1 : beget, procreate. 2 : to cause to exist or to develop : produce policies that have engendered controversy. intransitive verb. : to assume form : originate.
What is the opposite of expostulate?
Complete Dictionary of Synonyms and Antonyms
expostulate. Antonyms: coincide, abet. Synonyms: object, remonstrate.
What does Insiduous mean?
1a : having a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle the insidious pressures of modern life. b of a disease : developing so gradually as to be well established before becoming apparent. 2a : awaiting a chance to entrap : treacherous. b : harmful but enticing : seductive insidious drugs.
What does it mean to elicit feelings?
Verb. 1. elicit — call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses); «arouse pity«; «raise a smile»; «evoke sympathy» arouse, evoke, provoke, enkindle, kindle, fire, raise. create, make — make or cause to be or to become; «make a mess in one’s office»; «create a furor»
What is another word for who?
In this page you can discover 23 synonyms, antonyms, idiomatic expressions, and related words for who, like: that, what, , they, which, World Health Organization, he, prostitute, you, and who-d.
transitive verb
1
: to call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)
her remarks elicited cheers
2
: to draw forth or bring out (something latent or potential)
hypnotism elicited his hidden fears
Did you know?
Elicit comes from the Latin verb elicere, from the prefix e-, meaning «away,» and lacere, «to entice by charm or attraction.»
Synonyms
Choose the Right Synonym for elicit
educed order out of chaos
evoke implies a strong stimulus that arouses an emotion or an interest or recalls an image or memory.
a song that evokes warm memories
elicit usually implies some effort or skill in drawing forth a response.
careful questioning elicited the truth
extract implies the use of force or pressure in obtaining answers or information.
extracted a confession from him
extort suggests a wringing or wresting from one who resists strongly.
extorted their cooperation by threatening to inform
Example Sentences
If ever there was a two-way pleasure street, it’s the delight a baby takes in being tickled and the joy the parent experiences in the tumble of laughter it elicits.
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Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 17 Jan. 2005
Gingrich elicits perhaps the greatest sympathy when he talks about the challenge of graduating from a rabble-rousing backbencher in the House minority to presiding over (and trying to control) the first Republican majority in 40 years.
—Richard L. Berke, New York Times Book Review, 17 May 1998
In a wild, captive wolf that is not socialized to man, approach will elicit flight and, if the wolf is cornered, a defensive reaction may be triggered, which is termed the critical-distance reaction.
—Michael W. Fox, The Soul of the Wolf, 1980
She’s been trying to elicit the support of other committee members.
My question elicited no response.
She’s been unable to elicit much sympathy from the public.
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Recent Examples on the Web
Earlier this year, Lydon told the Sunday Times that caring for his wife had elicited profound changes in him.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 7 Apr. 2023
The story landed with a bang, shaking the political world and immediately eliciting statements of serious concern from legal experts and Washington lawmakers.
—Oliver Darcy, CNN, 7 Apr. 2023
His statement prompted cheers from those watching in the gallery, but elicited an admonishment from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who is Senate president.
—Lauren Mcgaughy, Dallas News, 5 Apr. 2023
Anchorage As campaigns for the city’s April 4 election heat up, one West Anchorage Assembly candidate’s personal connection to the Bronson administration has come under scrutiny, eliciting questions about a potential conflict of interest from his opponent and some current Assembly members.
—Emily Goodykoontz, Anchorage Daily News, 30 Mar. 2023
Its writers’ pricing strategy is all about eliciting larger commitments for a lower price.
—Spencer Jakab
Editor, WSJ, 30 Mar. 2023
Once again this year, the summit’s invitation list raised eyebrows and elicited charges of hypocrisy.
—Howard Lafranchi, The Christian Science Monitor, 29 Mar. 2023
The researchers explored various alternatives to try and elicit greater savings among the self-employed.
—Adi Gaskell, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2023
Cench asked the crowd, eliciting a wave of screams.
—Carrie Battan, The New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2023
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Word History
Etymology
Latin elicitus, past participle of elicere, from e- + lacere to allure
First Known Use
1605, in the meaning defined at sense 2
Time Traveler
The first known use of elicit was
in 1605
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“Elicit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elicit. Accessed 14 Apr. 2023.
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Merriam-Webster unabridged
выявлять, извлекать, добиваться, выпытывать, допытываться, устанавливать
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- извлекать, выявлять
to elicit a fact — выявить факт 
to elicit truth by discussion — установить истину в споре
- (from) делать вывод, выводить
to elicit a principle from data — на основе имеющихся данных вывести принцип
- добиться; допытаться
to elicit a reply — добиться ответа
to elicit universal admiration — стать предметом всеобщего восхищения
to elicit applause from an audience — вызвать аплодисменты аудитории
he could not elicit a syllable from her — он не мог выжать из неё ни слова /звука/
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My question elicited no response.
Мой вопрос не вызвал никакой реакции.
The test uses pictures to elicit words from the child.
В тесте используются картинки, чтобы добиться от ребёнка словесного ответа.
This question elicited a great round of applause from the audience.
Этот вопрос вызвал бурные аплодисменты в зале.
She’s been trying to elicit the support of other committee members.
Она пытается заручиться поддержкой других членов комитета.
When her knock elicited no response, she opened the door and peeped in.
Когда её стук не вызвал никакой реакции, она открыла дверь и заглянула внутрь.
She’s been unable to elicit much sympathy from the public.
Ей не удалось вызвать сколь-нибудь значимого сочувствия общественности.
He surprised himself by the amount of fun and sparkle he contrived to elicit.
Он сам удивился тому, насколько весело и живо ему удавалось себя вести.
The film’s sophisticated drolleries will elicit smiles and chuckles even upon repeated viewings.
Утончённые шутки этого фильма будет вызывать улыбки и смешки даже при повторных просмотрах.
Формы слова
verb
I/you/we/they: elicit
he/she/it: elicits
ing ф. (present participle): eliciting
2-я ф. (past tense): elicited
3-я ф. (past participle): elicited
- elicit
- [ıʹlısıt]
1. извлекать, выявлять
to elicit a fact — выявить факт
to elicit truth by discussion — установить истину в споре
2. (from) делать вывод, выводить
to elicit a principle from data — на основе имеющихся данных вывести принцип
3. добиться; допытаться
to elicit a reply — добиться ответа
to elicit universal admiration — стать предметом всеобщего восхищения
to elicit applause from an audience — вызвать аплодисменты аудитории
he could not elicit a syllable from her — он не мог выжать из неё ни слова /звука/
Новый большой англо-русский словарь.
2001.
Смотреть что такое «elicit» в других словарях:
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Elicit — E*lic it, a. [L. elictus, p. p. of elicere to elicit; e + lacere to entice. Cf. {Delight}, {Lace}.] Elicited; drawn out; made real; open; evident. [Obs.] An elicit act of equity. Jer. Taylor. [1913 Webster] … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
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elicit — [ē lis′it, ilis′it] vt. [< L elicitus, pp. of elicere, to draw out < e , out + lacere, to entice, akin to laqueus: see LACE] 1. to draw forth; evoke [to elicit an angry reply] 2. to cause to be revealed [to elicit facts] SYN. EXTRACT… … English World dictionary
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Elicit — E*lic it, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Elicited}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Eliciting}.] To draw out or entice forth; to bring to light; to bring out against the will; to deduce by reason or argument; as, to elicit truth by discussion. [1913 Webster] … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
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elicit — elicit, illicit Confusion arises occasionally because both words are pronounced the same way (i lis it). Elicit is a verb meaning ‘to draw out or evoke (an answer, admission, etc.)’ whereas illicit is an adjective meaning ‘unlawful, forbidden’ … Modern English usage
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elicit — I verb arouse, author, awaken, beget, bring about, bring forth, bring forward, bring out, call forth, cause, draw forth, draw out, eblandiri, educe, effect, effectuate, elicere, evocare, evoke, extract, generate, initiate, make manifest,… … Law dictionary
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elicit — (v.) 1640s, from L. elicitus, pp. of elicere draw forth, from ex out (see EX (Cf. ex )) + licere, comb. form of lacere to entice, lure, deceive (related to laqueus noose, snare; see LACE (Cf. lace)). Related … Etymology dictionary
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elicit — vb evoke, *educe, extract, extort Analogous words: draw, drag, *pull: *bring, fetch … New Dictionary of Synonyms
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elicit — [v] draw out arm twist*, badger, bite*, bring, bring forth, bring out, bring to light*, call forth, cause, derive, educe, evince, evoke, evolve, exact, extort, extract, fetch, give rise to, milk*, obtain, put muscle on*, put the arm on*, rattle,… … New thesaurus
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elicit — ► VERB (elicited, eliciting) ▪ evoke or draw out (a response or reaction). DERIVATIVES elicitation noun elicitor noun. ORIGIN Latin elicere draw out by trickery … English terms dictionary
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elicit — [[t]ɪlɪ̱sɪt[/t]] elicits, eliciting, elicited 1) VERB If you elicit a response or a reaction, you do or say something which makes other people respond or react. [V n] Mr Norris said he was hopeful that his request would elicit a positive response … English dictionary
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elicit — verb (T) to succeed in getting information or a reaction from someone, especially when this is difficult: My attempts at conversation didn t elicit much response. | elicit sth from sb: By patient questioning we managed to elicit enough… … Longman dictionary of contemporary English
Some homophones, similar-sounding words that don’t mean the same thing, are harmless. But elicit and illicit are not among them.
They are completely different parts of speech; choosing the wrong one would be an embarrassing mistake. Moreover, it could mean the difference between asking for a response and instigating dangerous criminal activity.
With that important warning in mind, how should you use illicit or elicit in your writing? There is an easy way to decide. Continue reading for a discussion of these two confusing homophones.
What is the Difference Between Elicit and Illicit?
This article compare elicit vs. illicit. I will use each word in an example sentence to demonstrate its proper use.
Plus, I will give you a useful trick to help you remember whether to use elicit or illicit, depending on your meaning.
When to Use Elicit
What does elicit mean? Elicit is a verb. It is a synonym of evoke, where that word has the meaning to draw out.
For example,
- The disruption, though annoying, was not enough to elicit a response from the judge.
- The company commissioned a survey to elicit the public’s views on the newest flavor of its sour candies.
- Let us interview the witnesses to elicit the facts of the case.
- Specific projects are not the only target of NIMBYism. Proposed zoning and land-use regulation changes likewise elicit strong reactions and resistance. –The Washington Post
When to Use Illicit
What does illicit mean? Illicit is an adjective. It means illegal or otherwise forbidden. You can see examples of this word’s use in the sentences below.
- The cartel used buckets of batter to traffic illicit drugs into other countries.
- The pawn shop’s owner is on trial for selling illicit goods in his store.
- The car enthusiasts held an illicit race on Beachside Avenue at 1:00am.
- What’s missing, former Losers tell The Post, is any examination of the show’s secret and brutal tactics, which include providing illicit drugs to contestants and submitting them to questionable medical exams by the show’s resident doctor, Rob Huizenga, known as “Dr. H.” –New York Post
Trick to Remember the Difference
Here is a helpful trick to remember illicit vs. elicit.
- Illicit is an adjective that means illegal.
- Elicit is a verb that means evoke.
If the word you are using is an adjective, you probably mean illicit. Elicit is never an adjective.
If you are trying to use the word as a verb, you should use elicit. Much in the same way elicit is never an adjective, illicit is never a verb.
You can remember the difference between these words by remembering their synonyms. Both illicit and illegal begin with the letter I, and both elicit and evoke begin with the letter E.
Summary
Is it elicit or illicit? While these two words sound the same when spoken, the mean very different things.
- Elicit is a verb, and a synonym of evoke.
- Illicit is an adjective, and a synonym of illegal.
- Neither word is ever used as any other part of speech.
Since elicit and evoke both start with the same letter, much the same as illicit and illegal, pairing these words with their synonyms will help you remember which is which, and in what contexts they should be used.
Now that you know the difference between these words, you can be confident that your writing will not suffer from this simple mistake. Any time you have questions about other confusing words, you can check this site for an explanation.
Contents
- 1 What is the Difference Between Elicit and Illicit?
- 2 When to Use Elicit
- 3 When to Use Illicit
- 4 Trick to Remember the Difference
- 5 Summary