elicited
Americanadjective
verb
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of elicited
First recorded in 1630–40; elicit + -ed 2 for the adjective; elicit + -ed 1 for the verb
Example Sentences
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The 31-year-old Mr. Carlsen, whose “seemingly miraculous abilities elicited the sort of fandom usually reserved for rock stars and professional athletes,” is heavily favored.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 3, 2026
That elicited plenty of interjections from the degree-holders below his lectern, to whom Borchetta responded, “Deal with it.”
From Slate ● May 20, 2026
Nearby, a desert tortoise had emerged from its burrow to munch on some grass — a rare sight that elicited a whoop of joy from Wilcox.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 30, 2026
That elicited a round of applause from others in the crowd.
From BBC ● Mar. 27, 2026
Beebe reported that firing guns next to sleeping or feeding sloths elicited little reaction.
From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel
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