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Definition of CITE

1

to give as an example <cited several experts' opinions to back up her argument>

Synonyms adduce, cite, instance, mention

Related Words exemplify, represent; advert (to), illustrate, instance, name, refer (to), specify, touch (on or upon); bear out, corroborate, document, substantiate, validate; reference, source

2

to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically <cited a number of similar instances of people surviving plane crashes>

Synonyms advert (to), cite, drop, instance, name, note, notice, quote, refer (to), specify, touch (on or upon)

Related Words allude (to), hint (at), imply, indicate, infer, intend, intimate, suggest; point (out), signal, signify; denominate, designate; indicate; bring up, broach, interject, interpolate, interpose, introduce; infiltrate, insinuate, worm; advertise, announce, broadcast, declare, proclaim, pronounce, publicize, publish, sound; clarify, clear (up), elucidate, explain, explicate, spell out

Near Antonyms disregard, forget, ignore, neglect, overlook, overpass, pass over, slight