elicit
/ɪˈlɪsɪt/
verb
- To draw out or bring forth a response, reaction, or information from someone.
- The detective tried to elicit the truth from the witness during the interview.
- Her speech elicited a round of applause from the audience.
- The teacher's question elicited a thoughtful answer from the student.
- To cause a particular physical or emotional reaction.
- The sad movie elicited tears from many viewers.
- His joke elicited laughter from everyone in the room.
- The spicy food elicited a strong reaction from my taste buds.
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