elicit

/i'lisit/
Verb
  1. derive by reason
    • elicit a solution
  2. deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning)
    • We drew out some interesting linguistic data from the native informant
  3. call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)
    • arouse pity
    • raise a smile
    • evoke sympathy

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elicit
The therapist's question was designed to elicit a thoughtful response.