summon

Definition

  • verb: to order (someone) to come to a place
  • verb: to issue a call to convene
  • often used as '(be) summoned'
  • synonyms: convoke, invite, cite

Examples

  • She couldn't 'summon' [='muster'] the strength/energy to finish the race.

  • Visiting his old house 'summoned up' memories of his childhood.

  • He finally 'summoned up' the courage to ask her out on a date.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I don't know. It's never done that before. I know you, from the library. I used the last of my energies to summon you here. - The Guardian has betrayed us. - Medivh. - I saw the fel in his eyes. - He is consumed by it. If he is not stopped, (..)
    2016 Warcraft