1. present participle of invoke; calling upon or appealing to (a person, authority, or power) for help, support, or inspiration
Usage: commonly used in formal or religious contexts
2. present participle of invoke; citing or referring to (a law, rule, or precedent) as a reason or justification
Usage: legal and formal usage

Examples

• The priest was invocating the blessings of the saints during the ceremony.
• She was invocating her right to remain silent when questioned by police.
• The lawyer was invocating precedent to support her argument in court.
• They were invocating the ancient traditions of their ancestors.
• He was invocating divine guidance before making the difficult decision.
• The speaker was invocating the memory of great leaders to inspire the audience.