mean (noun) | cite (noun) |
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an average of n numbers computed by adding some function of the numbers and dividing by some function of n | a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage |
mean (adjective) | cite (adjective) |
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approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value | |
characterized by malice | |
having or showing an ignoble lack of honor or morality | |
marked by poverty befitting a beggar | |
(used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity | |
(used of sums of money) so small in amount as to deserve contempt | |
of no value or worth | |
very good; of the highest quality |
mean (verb) | cite (verb) |
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mean or intend to express or convey | make reference to |
have as a logical consequence | commend |
denote or connote | refer to |
have in mind as a purpose | repeat a passage from |
have a specified degree of importance | refer to for illustration or proof |
intend to refer to | advance evidence for |
destine or designate for a certain purpose | call in an official matter, such as to attend court |