/sɪk/; /sɪk/ (adverb)

Definitions

1. adverb

an indication that a quote or passage has been printed or copied exactly as it appears, often to indicate that it contains a typo, grammatical error, or other anomaly, or to show that the speaker is quoting someone else who has used the words exactly as they appear.

“The book included a quote with ‘sic’ to indicate that the original text contained a typo.”

2. noun

a Latin word meaning ‘thus’ or ‘so’, often used in academic or formal writing to indicate that the preceding words have been quoted exactly as they appear, including any errors or anomalies.

“The historian included the original quote with ‘sic’ to show that the author had used the word incorrectly.”

3. interjection

an expression of agreement or confirmation, often used to indicate that a statement or action is correct or acceptable.

“Sic! That’s the correct answer.”