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Invoke

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Definition to call upon a higher power or deity for assistance, support, or inspiration; to cite or appeal to someone or something as an authority for an action or decision.

Translations

Read the translations of the word "invoke" in different languages. Find your native language here.
cn
调用
en
invoke
es
invocar
fr
invoquer
de
aufrufen
ar
يستحضر
hi
आह्वान
pt
invocar
ru
вызывать
ja
呼び出す

Examples

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The speaker tried to invoke a sense of urgency in the audience.
The ritual was performed to invoke the gods.
The lawyer invoked the right to remain silent.

Story

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Once upon a time, there was a curious cat named Bernie. Bernie loved to explore the world around him, always seeking out new adventures. One day, he came across a group of people practicing a strange ritual. They were chanting and invoking the spirits of their ancestors. Bernie found this fascinating and decided to investigate further. As he crept closer, he heard the word "invoke" repeated over and over again. It seemed to be a key part of the ritual. Bernie watched as the people continued to chant and invoke the spirits, hoping to receive their guidance and blessings. Suddenly, Bernie felt a strange sensation in his whiskers. It was as if the spirits had heard the chanting and were responding to the invocation. Bernie was both excited and a little scared, but he couldn't help feeling fascinated by the power of the word "invoke". From that day on, Bernie made it his mission to learn as much as he could about the power of invocation. He practiced the word every day, repeating it to himself as he explored the world around him. And as he grew more skilled in the art of invocation, Bernie knew that he would be able to accomplish great things and embark on even more exciting adventures.