invoked

Verb

To call on (a deity, spirit, etc.), especially for assistance, authority, or evidence.

ریشه

From Middle English invoken, from Old French invoquer, from Latin invocare.

مثال

• He invoked his Fifth Amendment privileges.
• The widow invoked the gods' mercy.
• The rule was invoked to prevent a recurrence of the tragedy.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Invoke authority Invoke a rule Invoke a law