Definitions
- Referring to the act of creating something out of nothing, often through magic or imagination. - Describing the act of summoning or calling forth a spirit or supernatural entity. - Talking about the act of bringing something to mind or memory, often through vivid imagery or imagination.
- Referring to the act of bringing forth a feeling, emotion, or response in someone. - Describing the act of calling forth a memory or image in someone's mind. - Talking about the act of creating a particular atmosphere or mood through sensory stimuli.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words involve the act of bringing something to mind or memory.
- 2Both words can be used to describe the creation of a particular atmosphere or mood.
- 3Both words can be used to describe the act of calling forth something that is not physically present.
What is the difference?
- 1Intention: Conjure implies the creation of something out of nothing, while evoke implies the bringing forth of something that already exists.
- 2Method: Conjure often implies the use of magic or imagination, while evoke can be achieved through sensory stimuli or other means.
- 3Focus: Conjure emphasizes the act of creation, while evoke emphasizes the resulting feeling or response.
- 4Usage: Conjure is less common and more associated with magic or fantasy, while evoke is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
- 5Connotation: Conjure can have a mystical or supernatural connotation, while evoke is more neutral and can be used in both positive and negative contexts.
Remember this!
Conjure and evoke are synonyms that both refer to the act of bringing something to mind or memory. However, conjure implies the creation of something out of nothing, often through magic or imagination, while evoke implies the bringing forth of something that already exists, often through sensory stimuli or other means. Additionally, conjure is less common and more associated with magic or fantasy, while evoke is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
