##  [cite, sight, site](/writing-tips-plus/cite-sight-site)

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The words **cite**, **sight** and **site** are homophones: words that sound alike but are spelled differently and have different meanings.

## On this page

- [Definition of “cite”](#def-cite)
- [Definition of “sight”](#def-sight)
- [“Sight” as a noun](#noun)
- [“Sight” as a verb](#verb)
- [Definition of “site”](#def-site)
- [Additional information](#information)

## Definition of “cite”

The verb **cite** means to quote or to mention as proof:

- In her article on human rights, the author cites Carrie M. Best, founder of *The Clarion*, Nova Scotia's first Black-owned and Black-published newspaper.
- The scientist cited several research papers to back up his argument.
- The speakers cited heavy traffic as the reason for their late arrival.

It can also mean to praise in a formal or official way (especially in a military context):

- The officer was cited for her courage.

## Definition of “sight”

The word **sight** can be used as a noun or a verb.

### “Sight” as a noun

As a noun, **sight** has several definitions related to seeing.

One common meaning is the ability to see:

- The elderly man’s sight had not diminished with age.

The noun **sight** can also refer to something that is seen:

- The tulips in bloom were a beautiful sight.

### “Sight” as a verb

As a verb, **sight** primarily means to catch sight of:

- We sighted the tower rising through the mist.

## Definition of “site”

The word **site** is used mainly as a noun and refers to a location.

- Hamilton’s Dundurn Castle is a popular tourist site.
- What site (website) did you find this information on?

## Additional information

- [Homonyms, homophones, homographs](/en/writing-tips-plus/homographs-homonyms-homophones)

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