Pronunciation

/kwaɪt/

Definitions

Noun

A quote is a passage or saying, often from a written work or a famous person, that is repeated or attributed to them. It can be used to express an idea, provide wisdom, or serve as a memorable statement.

Verb

To quote means to cite or repeat someone else’s words or ideas, usually in order to support or illustrate a point.

Adjective

• Quotable: Describing something that is worthy of being quoted or remembered.

Adverb

• Quotably: In a manner suitable for quoting; impressively.

Phrases

• “Quote someone” or “quote a passage”
• “She frequently quotes her favorite author.”
• “The most famous quote from the book is…”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She shared a famous quote from the philosopher about the meaning of life.”
• Verb: “In his speech, he frequently quoted from historical figures.”
• Adjective: “Many of his essays are filled with quotable lines.”

Synonyms

• Citation
• Quotation
• Saying
• Epithet
• Proverb
• Apothegm

Related Words

• Attribution
• Misquote
• Paraphrase
• Quotation mark ( """ )
• Quote mining
• Quotidian (daily)