invoke

verb

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

   verb.creation

   Synonyms arouse bring up call down call forth conjure conjure up evoke put forward raise stir

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. cite as an authority; resort to

   verb.communication

   Examples

   He invoked the law that would save him.

   She invoked an ancient law.

   Synonyms appeal

   Source: WordNet 3.0

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

   verb.communication

   Examples

   Invoke God in times of trouble.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

4. To call on for aid or protection; to invite earnestly or solemnly; to summon; to address in prayer; to solicit or demand by invocation; to implore; as, to <i>invoke</i> the Supreme Being, or to <i>invoke</i> His and blessing.

   verb

   Source: webster1913