elicit

[ih-lis-it] /ɪˈlɪs ɪt/
verb (used with object)
1.
to draw or bring out or forth; educe; evoke:
to elicit the truth; to elicit a response with a question.
Origin
1635-45; < Latin ēlicitus drawn out (past participle of ēlicere), equivalent to ē- e-1 + lici- draw, lure + -tus past participle suffix
Related forms
elicitation, noun
elicitor, noun
nonelicited, adjective
unelicited, adjective
Can be confused
elicit, illicit.
Examples from the web for elicit
  • The double hydrogen bond formed would diminish the ability of the molecule to elicit sweet taste.
  • This foray into monkey business will elicit a large share of laughter.
  • The best horror movies, like the best amusement park rides, should elicit equal parts screams and laughter.
  • His mournful words elicit emphatic shouts of release from the dancers.
  • This happily dysfunctional family should elicit some giggles.
  • Their mere evocation will surely elicit as much dismay as delight.
  • His gifts to strangers almost always elicit a smile.
  • They tend to elicit, highlight and propagate the most egregious outbursts.
  • This witty and intelligent picture book is sure to elicit squeals of laughter.
  • Both items will elicit admiring responses from the other people waiting their turn.
British Dictionary definitions for elicit

elicit

/ɪˈlɪsɪt/
verb (transitive)
1.
to give rise to; evoke: to elicit a sharp retort
2.
to bring to light: to elicit the truth
Derived Forms
elicitable, adjective
elicitation, noun
elicitor, noun
Word Origin
C17: from Latin ēlicere to lure forth, from licere to entice
Word Origin and History for elicit
v.

1640s, from Latin elicitus, past participle of elicere "draw forth," from ex- "out" (see ex-) + -licere, comb. form of lacere "to entice, lure, deceive" (related to laqueus "noose, snare;" see lace (n.)). Related: Elicited; eliciting; elicits; elicitation.