Recite Definition & Meaning
recite
- verb
- recite in elocution
- repeat aloud from memory; "she recited a poem"; "The pupil recited his lesson for the day"
- render verbally, "recite a poem"; "retell a story"
- narrate or give a detailed account of; "Tell what happened"; "The father told a story to his child"
- specify individually; "She enumerated the many obstacles she had encountered"; "The doctor recited the list of possible side effects of the drug"
"Recite" in song lyrics
See how recite is used in real songs:
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"Not quite as the hype that you recite"
1.4.0. Productions f/ King Just — This is Hip-Hop -
"Why don't you get up on the mic and start to recite?"
2 Live Crew — 2 Live is What We Are... (Word) -
"The masquerade is through, run for your crew and let's recite"
The 49ers — Fort Knocks
Words that rhyme with recite
Usage tips for "recite"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "recite" 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 recite to find words that pair well.
Use "recite" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does recite mean?
- recite in elocution repeat aloud from memory; "she recited a poem"; "The pupil recited his lesson for the day" render verbally, "recite a poem"; "retell a story" narrate or give a detailed account of; "Tell what happened"; "The father told a story to his child" specify individually; "She enumerated the many obstacles she had encountered"; "The doctor recited the list of possible side effects of the drug"
- What part of speech is recite?
- Recite is a verb.
- How many definitions does recite have?
- Recite has 5 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).