[+ obj] formal : to get (a response, information, etc.) from someone
▪ She's been trying to elicit the support of other committee members. ▪ My question elicited no response. ▪ She's been unable to elicit much sympathy from the public.
▪ She's been trying to elicit the support of other committee members. ▪ My question elicited no response. ▪ She's been unable to elicit much sympathy from the public.





