Definitions
- Describing the act of calling forth or summoning something, such as a memory or emotion. - Referring to the process of bringing something to mind or making it more vivid. - Talking about the ability to elicit a response or reaction from someone or something.
- Describing the act of bringing forth or eliciting a feeling, emotion, or response. - Referring to the ability to create a mental image or impression in someone's mind. - Talking about the power to inspire or stimulate creativity or imagination.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to the act of bringing forth or eliciting something.
- 2Both words can be used to describe the power of art, music, or other media to create an emotional response.
- 3Both words are commonly used in literature and poetry to create imagery and convey emotions.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Evocate is less common than evoke and is often considered archaic or outdated.
- 2Connotation: Evocate has a more formal and academic connotation, while evoke is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
- 3Meaning: Evocate emphasizes the act of calling forth or summoning, while evoke emphasizes the power to create a mental image or impression.
Remember this!
Evocate and evoke are synonyms that both refer to the act of bringing forth or eliciting something. However, evocate is less common and has a more formal connotation, emphasizing the act of calling forth or summoning. On the other hand, evoke is more versatile and can be used in various contexts, emphasizing the power to create a mental image or impression.
