elicited

[ih-lis-i-tid] / ɪˈlɪs ɪ tɪd /

VERB

draw out

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bring out evoke extort extract obtain wrest wring

STRONG

badger bite bring cause derive educe evince evolve exact fetch milk rattle shake squeeze

WEAK

arm-twist bring forth bring to light call forth give rise to put muscle on put the arm on shake down

Antonyms

STRONG

give placate soothe

WEAK

cover hide keep repress supress

Example Sentences

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That the team knew it was on shaky ground is backed up by testimony Grassley elicited last month in a hearing with executives from the three telecom providers who received Smith subpoenas.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

The project has been the subject of multiple Metro community meetings and has elicited thousands of public comments for and against various proposals.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026

His debut show of summer menswear in June last year won widespread praise, but his women's collection in October elicited a more ambivalent reception.

From Barron's • Jan. 18, 2026

The remark immediately elicited confusion from the rapper and the surrounding crowd.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 9, 2025

It was not intentional—I only meant to express my thanks—but I have elicited something dangerous.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins