1. past tense of elicit; to draw out or bring forth a response, reaction, or information from someone

Examples

• The teacher’s question elicited several thoughtful responses from students.
• The comedian’s joke elicited loud laughter from the audience.
• The detective elicited crucial information during the interview.
• Her speech elicited strong emotions from the crowd.
• The survey elicited honest feedback from customers.
• The therapist elicited painful memories through careful questioning.