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Term: Illicited

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1: To draw out or evoke a response or reaction

When the comedian told a hilarious joke, he effortlessly illicited laughter from the audience.

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Sense 2: To obtain information or a response in an unauthorized or improper manner

The reporter was accused of using unethical tactics to illicite confidential information from the source.

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