What does invocative mean?
Invocative refers to something that is intended to evoke a strong emotional response or to call upon a particular feeling or attitude. It can also describe a word or phrase that is used to invoke a deity or a higher power.
Example
"The poet's invocative language in the opening stanzas set the tone for the rest of the poem, evoking a sense of wonder and awe."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.