Latin · root
vocare
call, summon
Forms
- voc-
- vocat- — Latin stem of the form meaning ‘called.’
Origin
Latin vox, stem voc-, ‘voice,’ from reconstructed Proto-Indo-European *wekw-, ‘speak.’
Note
Calling can name someone, summon them, or invite them to a role.
Words sharing this root
advocateSpeaking in support of a person, group, or cause.avocationA hobby or pursuit outside one's main occupation.avouchDeclare confidently that something is true.avowTo declare openly and firmly.convocationA formal gathering of people or the act of calling them together.equivocalOpen to more than one interpretation.equivocateTo use unclear language to avoid telling the truth or taking a definite position.equivocationDeliberately unclear language used to avoid telling the truth or giving a direct answer.evocationThe act of bringing a feeling, memory, or image to mind.evocativeBringing strong memories, images, or feelings to mind.evokeBring something to mind or stir a feeling or response.invocationA calling upon a power to act or provide support.invokeTo call upon something to exercise its power.irrevocableImpossible to reverse or take back.provocationConduct that provokes a strong emotional reaction.provocativeLikely to excite a strong response.provokeTo trigger a strong reaction, often deliberately.revocableCapable of being officially canceled or withdrawn.revocationThe official cancellation of a right or decision.revokeTo officially cancel something previously granted.revokeTo fail to follow suit in a card game when required.vocationAn occupation felt to suit a person's abilities or purpose in life.