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cited Definition and Meaning in English (cited definition)

verb
Synonyms:quotedreferencedmentioned
Quick Answer • Definition

Cited definition: To mention something as an example, proof, or support in an argument or discussion.

Definitions of Cited

  1. 1verb

    To mention something as an example, proof, or support in an argument or discussion.

  2. 2verb(formal)

    To officially order someone to appear in a court of law or to be accused of an offense.

Example Sentences

formal

“The lawyer cited several previous cases to support his argument.”

casual

“She was cited for speeding on the highway.”

business

“The report cited a lack of funding as the main problem.”

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitivecite
third person singularcites
present participleciting
nouncitation
adjectivecitable

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Cited definition: To mention something as an example, proof, or support in an argument or discussion.
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