What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
evocate
Example
The smell of freshly baked cookies can evocate memories of childhood. [evocate: verb]
Example
The painting evocated strong emotions in the viewers. [evocated: past tense]
evoke
Example
The music evokes a sense of nostalgia. [evoke: verb]
Example
The movie evoked strong reactions from the audience. [evoked: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Evoke is more commonly used than evocate in everyday language and is more versatile in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between evocate and evoke?
Evocate is more formal and academic in its connotation, while evoke can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
