elicit verb from Latin e- "away" + Latin lacere "charm"

draw out (information)
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The word "elicit" comes from the Latin roots "e-" meaning "away" and "lacere" meaning "to charm" or "to entice." Therefore, "elicit" means to draw out or evoke a response, information, or emotion from someone.