B2verbformallawacademic
US/ɪnˈvoʊk/
UK/ɪnˈvəʊk/
to mention a law, rule or idea to support what you say or do
In context
The company invoked a clause in the contract to cancel the deal.
He invoked his right to remain silent during the questioning.
Both sides invoked the peace agreement to defend their actions.
Words that go with invoke
verb + noun
- invoke the lawOfficials invoked the law on public health to close the market.
- invoke a rightWorkers can invoke a right to refuse dangerous tasks.
- invoke the namePoliticians often invoke the name of national heroes.
- invoke the clauseThe landlord invoked the clause that allowed him to raise the rent.
- invoke the principleThe court invoked the principle that everyone is equal before the law.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The song invokes me my childhood.Correct: The song evokes memories of my childhood.