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ELICITING

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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Eliciting.

How to pronounce eliciting:

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Eliciting - as a verb

Deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning)

Example: "We drew out some interesting linguistic data from the native informant"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
draw outeduce8evoke12extract16

Derive by reason

Example: "Elicit a solution"

Example Sentences

"Her passionate speech was successful in eliciting strong emotions from the audience."
"The artist's masterpiece had a way of eliciting awe and wonder in those who viewed it."
"The detective's clever questioning tactics were effective in eliciting a confession from the suspect."
"The politician's promises were aimed at eliciting the support of the working class."
"The comedian's jokes were skillful in eliciting laughter from the crowd."
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Word Game Points

Is ELICITING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, eliciting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ELICITING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is ELICITING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, eliciting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ELICITING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is ELICITING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, eliciting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ELICITING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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