Cite
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To quote; to repeat, as a passage from a book, or the words of another. To list the source(s) from which you used information, words or literary or verbal context. To summon officially or authoritatively to appear in court
Example sentence: I cite in my book countless examples of the foundational documents of the colonial period in America and the writings of the leaders, that this was intended to be a Christian nation.
Mention
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A speaking or notice of anything, usually in a brief or cursory manner. Used especially in the phrase to make mention of.
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To speak of something.
Example sentence: Those who have succeeded at anything and don't mention luck are kidding themselves.