summon
Translation
to summon, to call for, to convene, to muster
Examples
He was summoned to the headteacher's office.
He was summoned to the principal's office.
She summoned the courage to speak.
She summoned the courage to speak.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((to sth.)) to call someone officially to a place He was summoned to the principal's office.
((sth.)) to gather a quality like courage or strength She summoned the courage to speak.
Similar Words
Synonyms: call, convene, bid, muster
Etymology
From Latin 'sub-' (from under) + 'monere' (to warn). Literally, to give a warning to come.
Memory Tips
Think of a king saying 'Summon the guards!' or a wizard summoning a spirit.