1. past tense of cite; mentioned or quoted as evidence or support
2. past tense of cite; officially summoned to appear in court
Usage: legal
3. past tense of cite; given an official notice for a violation

Examples

• The researcher cited three studies in her paper.
• He was cited for speeding on the highway.
• The article cited several experts on climate change.
• She cited Shakespeare in her graduation speech.
• The witness was cited to appear in court next week.
• The driver was cited for running a red light.
• The professor cited numerous sources in his lecture.