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invoke vs summon

summon vs invoke

invoke and summon both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
invoke No No Yes No
summon No No Yes No
As verbs, summon is a hypernym of invoke; that is, summon is a word with a broader meaning than invoke:
  • invoke: summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic
  • summon: cause to become available for use, either literally or figuratively
Other hypernyms of invoke include call up.
invoke (verb) summon (verb)
cite as an authority; resort to make ready for action or use
request earnestly (something from somebody); ask for aid or protection call in an official matter, such as to attend court
summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic ask to come
gather or bring together
cause to become available for use, either literally or figuratively
Difference between invoke and summon

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