quotation
7 synonyms for quotation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone else's words repeated exactly, usually from a book, speech, or famous person.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Medieval Latin quotātiō, tied to quotāre ("to number" or "to mark"); the "repeated words" sense developed in English from the 17th century onward.
Full origin of quotation →Frequently asked questions
What does “quotation” mean?
The word “quotation” means someone else's words repeated exactly, usually from a book, speech, or famous person. In plain terms, either a repeated piece of someone else's words, or a stated price for a job.
How do you pronounce “quotation”?
“Quotation” is pronounced kwoh-TAYSHN (/kwoʊˈteɪʃn̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “quotation” in a sentence?
Here is “quotation” used in a sentence: “She opened her speech with a quotation from Maya Angelou.”
What is another word for “quotation”?
Words with a similar meaning to “quotation” include quote.
What part of speech is “quotation”?
“Quotation” is a noun.
Where does the word “quotation” come from?
The word “quotation” dates back to around 1600 and comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin quotātiō, tied to quotāre ("to number" or "to mark"); the "repeated words" sense developed in English from the 17th century onward.
Is “quotation” a common word?
“Quotation” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “quotation” have?
“Quotation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone else's words repeated exactly, usually from a book, speech, or famous person.
