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citation

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of citation

1 a formal expression of praise

  • the citation for the Nobel Prize winner noted his major contributions to quantum theory
Synonyms of citation

accolade, commendation, dithyramb, encomium, eulogium, eulogy, homage, hymn, paean, panegyric, salutation, tribute
Words Related to citation

award, decoration, dedication, honor, prize

acclaim, acclamation, laudation

applause, plaudit(s)

bravo, hallelujah, kudo

approval, cachet, compliment, recommendation
Near Antonyms of citation

censure, condemnation, denunciation, indictment, rebuke, reprimand, reproof

admonition, correction, harangue, lecture, sermon

2 a formal recognition of an achievement or praiseworthy deed

  • a police officer who has received several citations for his work with troubled youths in the city
Synonyms of citation

acknowledgment (or acknowledgement), commendation, mention
Words Related to citation

decoration, medal, ribbon

accolade, award, honor, kudo, prize, tribute

dedication

3 a passage referred to, repeated, or offered as an example

  • in your paper be sure to include citations to back up any points you make about the play
Synonyms of citation

quotation, quote
Words Related to citation

allusion, reference

excerpt, extract

line, part, section

snippet

Synonym Discussion of citation

encomium, eulogy, panegyric, tribute, citation mean a formal expression of praise. encomium implies enthusiasm and warmth in praising a person or a thing.
    • received encomiums from literary critics
eulogy applies to a prepared speech or writing extolling the virtues and services of a person.
    • delivered the eulogy at the funeral service
panegyric suggests an elaborate often poetic compliment.
    • her lyrical memoir was a panegyric to her mentor
tribute implies deeply felt praise conveyed either through words or through a significant act.
    • the concert was a musical tribute to the early jazz masters
citation applies to the formal praise of a person offered in a military dispatch or in awarding an honorary degree.
    • earned a citation for bravery

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