cite

(noun) a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage. Synonyms: citation, acknowledgment, credit, reference, mention, quotation. Examples: "The student's essay failed to list several important citations." "The acknowledgments are usually printed at the front of a book." "The article includes mention of similar clinical cases."

(verb) make reference to. Synonyms: mention, advert, bring up, name, refer. Example: "His name was mentioned in connection with the invention."

(verb) commend. Synonyms: mention. Example: "He was cited for his outstanding achievements."

(verb) refer to. Synonyms: reference. Example: "He referenced his colleagues' work."

(verb) repeat a passage from. Synonyms: quote. Example: "He quoted the bible to her."

(verb) refer to for illustration or proof. Synonyms: quote. Example: "He said he could quote several instances of this behavior."

(verb) advance evidence for. Synonyms: adduce, abduce.

(verb) call in an official matter, such as to attend court. Synonyms: summon, summons.