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cite vs acknowledge

acknowledge vs cite

cite is a noun but acknowledge is not a noun.

cite and acknowledge both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
cite Yes No Yes No
acknowledge No No Yes No
As verbs, acknowledge is a hypernym of cite; that is, acknowledge is a word with a broader meaning than cite:
  • cite: commend
  • acknowledge: express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with
Other hypernyms of cite include notice.
cite (noun) acknowledge (noun)
a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage
cite (verb) acknowledge (verb)
make reference to accept as legally binding and valid
commend accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
repeat a passage from declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
refer to for illustration or proof express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
advance evidence for report the receipt of
call in an official matter, such as to attend court express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with
refer to
Difference between cite and acknowledge

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