Synonyms for Cite (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage):
acknowledgment, citation, credit, mention, quotation, reference
WordNet sense 2 (make reference to):
advert, name, refer, advert, bring up
WordNet sense 3 (refer to for illustration or proof):
quote
WordNet sense 4 (advance evidence for):
adduce, abduce
WordNet sense 5 (call in an official matter, such as to attend court):
summon, summons
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