Synonyms of citations

citations

noun

plural of citation

1

as in commendations

a formal expression of praise

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• commendations
• tributes
• awards
• accolades
• hymns
• eulogies
• panegyrics
• homages
• encomiums
• prizes
• paeans
• salutations
• dedications
• acclaim
• decorations
• honors
• dithyrambs
• eulogia
• recommendations
• acclamations
• plaudits
• applauses
• compliments
• approvals
• kudos
• laudations
• cachets
• hallelujahs
• bravos

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• indictments
• denunciations
• condemnations
• reprimands
• lectures
• censures
• sermons
• corrections
• admonitions
• rebukes
• reproofs
• harangues

2

as in awards

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 & Similar Words

• commendations
• awards
• acknowledgments
• mentions
• medals
• ribbons
• prizes
• decorations
• tributes
• accolades
• honors
• dedications
• kudos

3

as in quotations

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 & Similar Words

• quotations
• quotes
• references
• excerpts
• allusions
• extracts
• parts
• sections
• lines
• snippets

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of citations

And even in the areas where vending was regulated, police said violators rarely faced penalties or paid their citations. — Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 10 Nov. 2026

For guidance on formatting in-text citations, visit the links above, as each style has its own rules. — The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 6 Nov. 2026

Additionally, authorities impounded seven vehicles for 30 days, issued 74 citations to people at the takeovers and cited 22 vehicles for offenses requiring an inspection by a state referee, the LASD release said. — Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026

All 21 people were cited on suspicion of soliciting prostitution, and four also received citations for drug possession. — Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 29 Oct. 2026

The interaction stems from a traffic stop last November that resulted in Kirkpatrick being charged with five traffic citations, including reckless endangerment, speeding and eluding police, according to a report from The Tuscaloosa Thread. — Justin Williams, New York Times, 27 Oct. 2026

In fact, Gemini underestimated how many ghost citations there were. — Benjamin Skuse, IEEE Spectrum, 27 Oct. 2026

The coaster’s most recent inspection, on March 16, reported no violations, deficiencies, citations or red tags, according to King. — Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026

Violations could result in disciplinary action or citations from law enforcement. — ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026