invoke

verb ! Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about invoke at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

1. Summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic.

   raise the specter of unemployment

2. Cite as an authority; resort to.

   He invoked the law that would save him

3. Request earnestly (something from somebody); ask for aid or protection.

   appeal to somebody for help