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Meaning of mention
The primary meaning of the word "mention" is to refer to something or someone in speech or writing.
Etymology of mention
The word "mention" comes from the Old French word "mention," which is derived from the Latin word "mentio," meaning "a speaking of" or "reference to"
The Latin word "mentio" is a noun formed from the verb "mentio," which is a combination of "mens" (mind) and the verb "io" (to go), and is related to the verb "mentiri" (to speak of)
Synonyms
reference
comment
remark
allusion
citation
quote
citation
credit
acknowledgment
notice
observation
statement
declaration
announcement
notification
intimation
hint
suggestion
implication
indication
pointer
tip
cue
reminder
memo
note
citation
excerpt
extraction
quotation
reference point
pointer
nod
tribute
homage
Definitions
- To refer to someone or something in speech or writing, typically in order to provide information or draw attention to it
- To speak or write about something or someone, especially in a brief or casual way
- To recommend or suggest someone or something for a particular purpose or position
Usage Examples
- The teacher didn't mention the homework in class today
- She made a point to mention her opponent's lack of experience during the debate
- The article mentions several studies that support the new theory
- He was mentioned as a possible candidate for the job
Antonyms
omission
exclusion
suppression
concealment
silence
secrecy
withholding
hiding
disguising
distorting
misrepresenting
ignoring
disregarding
overlooking
neglecting
omitting
excluding
leaving out
passing over
glossing over
skating over
dodging
evading
avoiding
shunning