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invokes Definition and Meaning in English (invokes definition)

verb
Synonyms:calls uponappeals tocites
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Invokes definition: To call on (a deity or spirit) in prayer, as a witness, or for inspiration.

Definitions of Invokes

  1. 1verb

    To call on (a deity or spirit) in prayer, as a witness, or for inspiration.

  2. 2verb

    To appeal to (someone or something) as an authority for an action or in support of an argument.

  3. 3verb

    To put (a law, right, or rule) into effect or apply it.

Example Sentences

formal

“The priest invokes blessings upon the congregation.”

legal

“He invokes his right to remain silent.”

general

“The new policy invokes a sense of urgency.”

Synonyms

calls uponappeals tocitessummons

Antonyms

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitiveinvoke
past tenseinvoked
past participleinvoked
present participleinvoking
nouninvocation

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Invokes definition: To call on (a deity or spirit) in prayer, as a witness, or for inspiration.
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'Invokes' translates to 'invokes' in English. Invokes definition: To call on (a deity or spirit) in prayer, as a witness, or for inspiration.
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