1
as in described
to give an oral or written account of in some detail
recited the funny story of how he and his girlfriend met
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
3
as in listed
to specify one after another
the Declaration of Independence recites a long list of grievances against King George III
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of recited
Adorni recited specific trades on air.
—
Javier Bastardo,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Before the march set off for the Rose Garden near the Knesset, Rabbi Tamar Elad-Appelbaum recited the Traveler’s Prayer, praying for the marchers’ safety and alluding to Banki’s death nearly 11 years before.
—
Theia Chatelle,
Sun Sentinel,
8 June 2026
Celebrity couples such as Dua Lipa and Callum Turner, Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker, George and Amal Clooney and Hailey and Justin Bieber all recited their vows in multiple ceremonies when they got hitched.
—
Grace Gavilanes,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
However, the wrong vote total was recited by the clerk afterward.
—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
28 May 2026
Every year since his mother’s death, Kazi has recited the Quran to Tarteel, an AI app trained on the Quran.
—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
26 May 2026
Poems commemorating Ḥusayn and his virtues are recited, and the assemblies of mourning conclude with rhythmic chest-beating accompanying the poetry.
—
Charles Preston,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
22 May 2026
Nelson Mandela recited it in prison to give himself heart.
—
Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
22 May 2026
Another resident, Tony Bieniosek, recited a poem to thank the outgoing trustees for their years of service to the district.
—
Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 May 2026
Javier Bastardo,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Before the march set off for the Rose Garden near the Knesset, Rabbi Tamar Elad-Appelbaum recited the Traveler’s Prayer, praying for the marchers’ safety and alluding to Banki’s death nearly 11 years before.
—
Theia Chatelle,
Sun Sentinel,
8 June 2026
Celebrity couples such as Dua Lipa and Callum Turner, Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker, George and Amal Clooney and Hailey and Justin Bieber all recited their vows in multiple ceremonies when they got hitched.
—
Grace Gavilanes,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
However, the wrong vote total was recited by the clerk afterward.
—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
28 May 2026
Every year since his mother’s death, Kazi has recited the Quran to Tarteel, an AI app trained on the Quran.
—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
26 May 2026
Poems commemorating Ḥusayn and his virtues are recited, and the assemblies of mourning conclude with rhythmic chest-beating accompanying the poetry.
—
Charles Preston,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
22 May 2026
Nelson Mandela recited it in prison to give himself heart.
—
Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
22 May 2026
Another resident, Tony Bieniosek, recited a poem to thank the outgoing trustees for their years of service to the district.
—
Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recited
Verb
-
The other report described four cases of tetanus in children in four different states — Idaho, Minnesota, Missouri and Wisconsin — all occurring in 2024.
-
At the center of KeyBanc’s hesitation is Starship, the giant reusable rocket that Musk, the CEO, has described as critical to the future of satellite deployment, deep-space exploration and, eventually, colonization of Mars.
Verb
-
Perhaps only Meagher had nearly memorized it.
-
The other half is King’s reaction, memorized by fans who grew up in the hopefulness of the Rose years.
Verb
-
In a Friday night court filing, Kennedy Center executive director Matt Floca listed three options expected to be presented to the center’s board in mid-July.
-
Many argue that signatures are invalid because signers listed incorrect addresses or live outside of the district the candidate wants to represent.
Verb
-
Three older adults, aged from 80 to 95, died over the weekend in the Bordeaux region from health issues caused by the heat wave, local government official Sophie Brocas told France TV late on Sunday.
-
If convicted, King could serve anywhere from two to 10 years in prison, and pay up to a $10,000 fine, Judge John Wilson Weeks told the jury pool ahead of the selection process.
Verb
-
But the mission’s goals outlined by the space agency—tasks such as scouting unexplored terrain, detecting stores of subsurface ice and monitoring atmospheric dust—are a far cry from the preexisting priority of Mars Sample Return and the associated search for alien life.
-
Should Tuesday's launch be delayed for any reason, SpaceX has outlined a backup opportunity on June 24, with a launch window opening at the same time.
Verb
-
Dreesen became known for leading a strike that forced comedy clubs, starting with The Comedy Store, to pay its performers, setting a nationwide standard, The Hollywood Reporter recounted.
-
During hours of interviews and temple visits, the former smuggler recounted his exploits in meticulous detail.
Verb
-
The reason for his departure was not detailed.
-
As detailed by Zachary Folk of Forbes, Brunson signed with the Knicks in 2022 for more than $104 million—a bargain for a future Finals MVP when superstars like Nikola Jokic were signing contracts worth up to $276 million.
Verb
-
Shirilla's relationships with Russo and Flanagan, the crash that took their lives, and the resulting trial that concluded with Shirilla's conviction are all chronicled in The Crash, which premiered on Netflix on May 15.
-
The Battle of the Narrow Sea, one of the most epic, brutal, and bloody naval battles ever chronicled in the universe of A Song of Ice and Fire, is destined to leave an indelible mark on the history of Westeros.
Cite this Entry
“Recited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recited. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
