Definitions

1. noun

the act of calling up or summoning something, especially a memory or emotion, into one’s consciousness

“The smell of freshly baked cookies evoked memories of her childhood.”

2. noun

a magical or supernatural summoning of a spirit, being, or power

“In the fantasy novel, the sorcerer’s evocation of the ancient demon brought chaos to the land.”

3. noun

a literary or poetic device in which a particular mood or atmosphere is created through language

“The author’s use of vivid imagery and descriptive language created an evocation of a nostalgic summer evening.”

4. verb

to call up or summon something, especially a memory or emotion, into one’s consciousness

“The smell of the ocean evoked memories of her family’s summer vacations.”