상대방의 반응, 대답, 사실 등을 이끌어내거나 알아내다.
To evoke or draw out a reaction, answer, or fact from someone through actions or questioning.
예문:
"The interviewer's probing questions were designed to elicit a confession from the suspect."
"The comedian's jokes failed to elicit even a single laugh from the stone-faced audience."
"Teachers often use open-ended questions to elicit more detailed responses from their students."
잠재되어 있는 것이나 숨겨진 특성을 이끌어내어 실체화하다.
To bring out something that is hidden, latent, or potential into existence or visibility.
예문:
"The crisis served to elicit the true strength and resilience of the community."
"A great mentor knows how to elicit the hidden talents of their proteges."