cite
1to quote (a passage, book, author, etc.), especially as an authority: He cited the Constitution in his defense.
to mention in support, proof, or confirmation; refer to as an example: He cited many instances of abuse of power.
to summon officially or authoritatively to appear in court.
to call to mind; recall: citing my gratitude to him.
Military. to mention (a soldier, unit, etc.) in orders, as for gallantry.
to commend, as for outstanding service, hard work, or devotion to duty.
to summon or call; rouse to action.
Origin of cite
1word story For cite
Citāre is a frequentative verb from the simple verb ciēre “to move, call, rouse, excite, provoke (disturbances, war), call upon.” Ciēre derives from a variant stem of the Proto-Indo-European root kēi- “to set in motion, be in motion.” The Greek verb kíein “to start moving” (used only in poetry) is from the same variant.
Kī-n, another (suffixed) variant of kēi-, is the root of the Greek verb kineîn “to move, shake, drive, drive away,” with the derivative nouns kínēsis and kínēma. In English, kinesis is a term used in physiology for the movement of an organism in response to a stimulus, such as light; the English noun cinema is an expensive word for movie or movies or the movies.
Other words from cite
- cit·a·ble, cite·a·ble, adjective
- cit·er, noun
- non·cit·a·ble, adjective
- non·cite·a·ble, adjective
- un·cit·a·ble, adjective
- un·cite·a·ble, adjective
- un·cit·ed, adjective
Words that may be confused with cite
Other definitions for cite (2 of 2)
Origin of cite
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How to use cite in a sentence
In a petition seeking the recount, the campaign cited a number of concerns with how absentee ballots were handled.
Live updates: Georgia secretary of state issues correction, saying certification of its general election results is still under way | John Wagner, Colby Itkowitz, Michelle Lee | November 20, 2020 | Washington PostMaryland’s largest county is calling on its private and parochial schools to consider moving to all-virtual instruction, citing a surge in coronavirus infections, with case rates increasing daily.
Montgomery County urges private schools to consider move to all-virtual learning | Donna St. George | November 20, 2020 | Washington PostTreasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin on Thursday said he would not extend most of the emergency lending programs run in tandem with the Federal Reserve, a move the central bank immediately criticized, citing the fragile recovery.
Treasury Secretary Mnuchin cuts off several Federal Reserve emergency aid programs, sparking unusual rebuke from Fed | Rachel Siegel, Jeff Stein | November 20, 2020 | Washington PostThe Smithsonian Institution cited the caseload rise Thursday while announcing it will temporarily close eight facilities in the Washington region that had reopened.
Smithsonian museums, zoo to close as coronavirus caseload in D.C. region hits record for 16th day | Dana Hedgpeth, Ovetta Wiggins | November 19, 2020 | Washington PostOfficials cited the need to carry out lawful death sentences and emphasized the nature of the crimes.
Orlando Hall executed after Supreme Court declined to intervene | Ann Marimow | November 19, 2020 | Washington Post
He cited Britain, the United States, and France as possible lenders.
The Presumed Crash of AirAsia Flight QZ8501 Is Nothing Like MH370 | Lennox Samuels | December 29, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTFor example, studies cited in the report have shown a higher incidence of birth defects for people living near drill sites.
The “one in five” statistic is frequently cited by advocates of sexual assault awareness.
She also cited Trayvon Martin as similar incident, which sparked protests.
This Week's Riots Are Part of America's Long History of Racial Rage | Sharon Adarlo | November 29, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTShe cited the example of Central Falls and of the town of West Warwick.
Meet Gina Raimondo, the Only Democratic Star of 2014 | David Freedlander | November 6, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTWhether they had ever, at different times, pleaded for or against the same cause, and cited precedents to prove contrary opinions?
Gulliver's Travels | Jonathan SwiftJohn of Damascus, an important Greek theologian of the eighth century, often cited by Thomas.
The Mediaeval Mind (Volume II of II) | Henry Osborn TaylorThe output of the Boston Company's mine, according to the authority just cited, is about 400 tons per annum.
Asbestos | Robert H. JonesLeading citizens, cited to appear before the American authorities, persistently declined to take any part in a dual régime.
The Philippine Islands | John ForemanDistinctions were drawn; precedents were cited; and at length the question was put, that Mr. Montague do withdraw.
The History of England from the Accession of James II. | Thomas Babington Macaulay
British Dictionary definitions for cite
/ (saɪt) /
to quote or refer to (a passage, book, or author) in substantiation as an authority, proof, or example
to mention or commend (a soldier, etc) for outstanding bravery or meritorious action
to summon to appear before a court of law
to enumerate: he cited the king's virtues
Origin of cite
1Derived forms of cite
- citable or citeable, adjective
- citer, noun
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