Cite Definition
cite
noun
- a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage; "the student's essay failed to list several important citations"; "the acknowledgments are usually printed at the front of a book"; "the article includes mention of similar clinical cases"
verb
- make reference to; "His name was mentioned in connection with the invention"
- commend; "he was cited for his outstanding achievements"
- refer to; "he referenced his colleagues' work"
- repeat a passage from; "He quoted the Bible to her"
- refer to for illustration or proof; "He said he could quote several instances of this behavior"
- advance evidence for
- call in an official matter, such as to attend court
"Cite" in song lyrics
See how cite is used in real songs:
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"The pathetic get it for trying to cite"
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"how to add a donation cite"
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"make a donation cite"
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Words that rhyme with cite
Usage tips for "cite"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "cite" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for cite to find words that pair well.