Synonyms for
Cites
Definition
Cites is the third person singular form of the verb 'cite', which means to quote or refer to as an authority or example in support of an argument.
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- cites evidence
- cites sources
- cites examples
- cites statistics
- cites research
- cites a study
- cites the author
Word family
Usage note
When used in academic or legal contexts, 'cites' means to refer to or quote from a source. It is often followed by the source itself, such as 'He cites the Constitution.'
Example sentences
- The author cites several studies to prove her point.
- The lawyer cites the law to support his argument.
- The teacher cites the textbook to explain the concept.
- The journalist cites the source of the information in the article.
- The scientist cites the research to show the findings.
Quotes
He who cites the truth, must live with the consequences. -Unknown
The wise man cites the example of the ant when he says: go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways and be wise. -Unknown
The man who cites facts and statistics to prove his point usually has an ulterior motive. -Unknown