QUOTE Synonyms: 89 Similar and Opposite Words

quote 1 of 2

verb

ˈkwōt

Definition of quote next

as in to cite

to give as an example I could quote to you a hundred instances in the past when you've lied to me

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Relevance

as in to mention

to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically quoted Thomas Jefferson's views on liberty in her paper on the American Revolution

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as in to echo

to say after another don't quote this to anyone, but I think we're going to Veracruz for winter vacation

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quote

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noun

as in quotation

a passage referred to, repeated, or offered as an example he got a book of quotes from his favorite author for his birthday

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Recent Examples of quote

Verb

Anyone with information or footage can call the police on 101, quoting reference 01/7736458/26, or reach out anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. —

Adam England, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026 The report quoted Kazem Gharibabadi, a deputy foreign minister leading the talks there, as saying the countries also formed a way to discuss ships moving through Hormuz. —

Munir Ahmed, Fortune, 24 June 2026

Noun

Melody's cap was adorned with the Puerto Rican and American flags in a nod to her heritage and included an inspirational quote from the anime series Demon Slayer. —

Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 28 June 2026 WatchCheck sends clients a shipping kit to pick up the watch, prepares a free service quote, uses manufacturer parts, and owners abreast of the process. —

Carol Besler, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for quote

Recent Examples of Synonyms for quote

Verb

Yet park rangers continued to cite Hubbard under that section, issuing two misdemeanor citations in May 2025, as well as a third that cited a different section of the ordinance, the most recent lawsuit alleges.

— Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
According to Michigan Advance, the measure passed by a 5–4 vote, with several councilmembers and critics citing high costs and privacy concerns during Tuesday’s hearing.

— Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026

Definition of cite

Verb

The department’s limited release of materials prompted outcry and lawsuits from people saying the department was acting to protect rich and powerful people mentioned in the files.

— Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 3 July 2026
There are a couple of biological facts that should be mentioned.

— Jack G. Mell, Outdoor Life, 2 July 2026

Definition of mention

Verb

Trump kicked off the Great American State Fair celebration Wednesday, June 24, with a speech that echoed several of his most familiar refrains, from lowering gas prices and criticizing former President Joe Biden to touting his border policies.

— Zac Anderson, USA Today, 25 June 2026
The Taiwanese security official echoed that sentiment.

— Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 25 June 2026

Definition of echo

Verb

A number of lawmakers however did not vote on the bill, a quieter form of skepticism, and Senate President pro Tem Monique Limon noted to reporters that both bills passed via slim margins of approval.

— Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 30 June 2026
Miranda noted that two recent incidents drew scrutiny, which both involved dogs deemed a danger to others that were euthanized.

— Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 30 June 2026

Definition of note

Verb

Itanare, Flores and Luis Freites Arvilla would then take turns appearing to approach the ATM, insert a card and enter a PIN, withdraw cash, and then repeat the process.

— Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 1 July 2026
In his letter, Leo repeated the Vatican's offer of dialogue and said that going through with the consecrations would be counterproductive for the SSPX faithful.

— ABC News, ABC News, 30 June 2026