Citation — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /sī-ˈtā-shən/ ci·ta·tion

Meaning & Definition of Citation

Citation (noun)

  1. an official summons to appear (as before a court)
  2. an act of quoting; especially, the citing of a previously settled case at law
  3. excerpt, quotation

Citation (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a formal expression of praise

    "the citation for the Nobel Prize winner noted his major contributions to quantum theory"

    similar: accolade, commendation, dithyramb, encomium, eulogium, eulogy, homage, hymn, paean, panegyric, salutation, tribute
    related: award, decoration, dedication, honor, prize, acclaim, acclamation, laudation, applause, plaudit(s), bravo, hallelujah, kudo, approval, cachet, compliment, recommendation
    near: censure, condemnation, denunciation, indictment, rebuke, reprimand, reproof, admonition, correction, harangue, lecture, sermon

  2. a formal recognition of an achievement or praiseworthy deed

    "a police officer who has received several citations for his work with troubled youths in the city"

    similar: acknowledgment, commendation, mention
    related: decoration, medal, ribbon, accolade, award, honor, kudo, prize, tribute, dedication

  3. a passage referred to, repeated, or offered as an example

    "in your paper be sure to include citations to back up any points you make about the play"

    similar: quotation, quote
    related: allusion, reference, excerpt, extract, line, part, section, snippet

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Citation

The most common words with a similar meaning to Citation:

accolade, commendation, dithyramb, encomium, eulogium, eulogy, homage, hymn, paean, panegyric, salutation, tribute, acknowledgment, mention, quotation, quote

Related Words for Citation

award, decoration, dedication, honor, prize, acclaim, acclamation, laudation, applause, plaudit(s), bravo, hallelujah, kudo, approval, cachet, compliment, recommendation, medal, ribbon, allusion, reference, excerpt, extract, line, part, section, snippet

Near Antonyms of Citation

censure, condemnation, denunciation, indictment, rebuke, reprimand, reproof, admonition, correction, harangue, lecture, sermon

Word Forms of Citation

Derived words: citational (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Citation

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Citation

What does "Citation" mean?

"Citation" means an official summons to appear (as before a court). As a noun, it is defined as: an official summons to appear (as before a court). It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Citation"?

Other words for "Citation" include accolade, commendation, dithyramb, encomium, eulogium, eulogy, homage and hymn. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Citation" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Citation"?

There are 43 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Citation". Common alternatives include accolade, commendation, dithyramb, encomium, eulogium, eulogy, homage, hymn, paean and panegyric.

How do you use "Citation" in a sentence?

Examples of "Citation" in a sentence: "the citation for the Nobel Prize winner noted his major contributions to quantum theory"; "a police officer who has received several citations for his work with troubled youths in the city"; "in your paper be sure to include citations to back up any points you make about the play".

Is "Citation" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Citation" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Citation"?

"Citation" is pronounced /sī-ˈtā-shən/ and divided into syllables as ci·ta·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Citation"?

First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Citation" meaning "a formal expression of praise"?

When "Citation" (noun) means a formal expression of praise, synonyms include accolade, commendation, dithyramb, encomium, eulogium and eulogy.