Definition

A term used to describe something that can be referenced or quoted in academic or formal writing.

Example

The research paper provided several citeable sources to support its claims.

Conversation

I found a really great article for my paper.

Oh cool! Is it citeable?

Yeah, it has all the references I need.

That’s perfect! It’ll make your work much stronger.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Citeable → It is formed from "cite" (from Latin "citare", meaning to summon or call) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "citeable" means capable of being summoned or referenced.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cite' as calling upon something, and '-able' means it can be done. So, 'citeable' means something that can be called upon or referenced.

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