What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
invocated
Example
The priest invocated the name of the gods to bless the ceremony. [invocated: verb]
Example
The witch invocated the spirits to aid her in casting the spell. [invocated: past tense]
invoke
Example
The president invoked the Constitution to justify his executive order. [invoke: verb]
Example
The speaker invoked the memory of her late father to inspire the audience. [invoke: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Invoke is more commonly used than invocated in modern English and is more versatile in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between invocated and invoke?
Invocated is more formal and often associated with religious or mystical contexts, while invoke can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
