Evocation

Pronunciation: /ˌiːvoʊˈkeɪʃən/

Evocation (noun)

  1. The act of causing a feeling or idea to appear in someone’s mind.
  2. In art or writing, the use of details to suggest an atmosphere or past events.
  3. A ritual act meant to call a spirit or supernatural power.

Examples

  • The evocation of childhood memories made me smile.
  • Her evocation of past events helped me understand.