cite
🇺🇸
/saɪt/
🇬🇧
/saɪt/
verb
B2
to mention as an example or reason
She will cite recent studies to support her argument.
B2
to quote exact words from a source
You must cite the author when using direct quotes.
R
to order someone to appear in court
The court will cite the witness to testify.
R
to praise someone officially
The mayor will cite the firefighters for their heroism.
translation
to mention as an example or reason; to quote exact words from a source; to order someone to appear in court; to praise someone officially
Word Forms
3rd Present
cites
Past
cited
Perfect
cited
Progressive
citing