Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Invokes.
Invokes - as a verb
Summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic
Example: "Raise the specter of unemployment"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arousebring upcall downcall forthconjureconjure upevokeput forwardraisestirHypernyms (Closely Related)
call upsummonHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Cite as an authority; resort to
Example: "He invoked the law that would save him"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
appealExample Sentences
"She invokes the power of prayer during difficult times."
"The author invokes vivid imagery to bring the story to life."
"The lawyer invokes the Fifth Amendment to protect her client."
"He invokes his right to remain silent during the police interrogation."
"The speaker invokes historical events to support her argument."
Word Game Points
Is INVOKES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, invokes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
INVOKES has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is INVOKES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, invokes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordINVOKES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is INVOKES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, invokes is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordINVOKES has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.