cite
cite Lexical Profile
cite Game Scores & Validity
• verb
To quote or refer to a passage, book, or author as evidence or justification for an argument or statement.
"The historian made sure to cite several primary documents to support her thesis."
To officially summon someone to appear in a court of law or issue a formal notice of a violation.
"The inspector decided to cite the restaurant owner for multiple health code violations."
To praise or commend someone publicly in an official report, especially for a courageous or meritorious act.
"The firefighter was cited by the city council for extraordinary bravery during the rescue."
• noun
An informal or shortened term for a citation or reference to a source.
"Please make sure to include a proper cite for every legal precedent mentioned in your brief."
Word Nuance & Usage
Do not confuse 'cite' (to quote or refer to as evidence) with its homophones 'site' (a physical or virtual location) and 'sight' (vision or something seen).
• Rhymes for cite
Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the 15th century from Old French citer, from Latin citare ('to summon, urge, or call'), a frequentative form of ciere ('to move or set in motion').