Showing results for "elicited"

• past tense form of elicit.
• past participle of elicit.

elicited

American  

[ih-lis-i-tid] / ɪˈlɪs ɪ tɪd /

adjective

1. drawn or brought out in response to something.

   For this language exercise, show the students a common device such as a can opener, ask them what it’s for, and write the elicited words on the board.

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verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of elicit.

Other Word Forms

• nonelicited
  adjective
• unelicited
  adjective

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Etymology

Origin of elicited

First recorded in 1630–40; elicit + -ed ² for the adjective; elicit + -ed ¹ for the verb

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Example Sentences

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elicited

Photorealistic renderings of shrimp that resemble life preservers and chicken parts with the texture of dinosaur skin have elicited disgust and nausea, with an undercurrent of existential, eldritch horror.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026

Even though his mention of Israeli Prime Minister “Bibi” Netanyahu elicited boos, Witkoff maintained control of the crowd.

From Slate ● Jul. 22, 2026

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

While most modern disciplines are friendly contests, the shin-kicking elicited winces and moans of sympathy from the crowd of more than 2,500 spectators on Friday.

From BBC ● May 30, 2026

He first elicited Michel’s name and address, his length of service, and the length of time he had been on this particular route.

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie

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Related Words

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• evoke
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