C1verbformalacademiceducation
US/saɪt/
UK/saɪt/
to mention a book, writer or fact as evidence or as the source of an idea
In context
Every source you cite in the essay must appear in the reference list.
Supporters of the ban often cite studies linking screen time to poor sleep.
Cost was the reason most often cited by students who left the course.
Words that go with cite
verb + noun
- cite evidenceThe report cites evidence from more than fifty schools.
- cite a sourceAlways cite a source when you use someone else's figures.
- cite an exampleCan you cite an example to support your argument?
adverb + verb
- frequently citedThis is one of the most frequently cited papers in the field.
- widely citedHer widely cited study changed how teachers give feedback.
verb + preposition
- cite asMany parents cite cost as the main barrier to university.