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Bibliography

Verb / ˌbɪbli:ˈɑ:grʌfi: / Another word for bibliography — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A list of books, articles, or other sources of information that have been used in research.

Synonyms & similar words

sources catalogue index record listing register directory inventory roster menu schedule appendix bibliology compilation anthology compendium

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Formal

references works cited bibliography list source list

Antonyms

disregard omission neglect ignorance unawareness

Common collocations

  • full bibliography
  • annotated bibliography
  • select bibliography
  • comprehensive bibliography
  • extensive bibliography
  • bibliography card
  • bibliography entry

Word family

noun bibliography

Usage note

A bibliography is a list of sources, usually at the end of a book or article. It is distinct from a 'works cited' list, which only includes sources directly quoted or referenced in the text.

Example sentences

  1. I always make sure to include a bibliography in my papers.
  2. The librarian helped me find a book for my bibliography.
  3. She spent hours compiling her bibliography for her thesis.
  4. I need to add more sources to my bibliography.

Quotes

  • A library is not a luxury but one of the necessities of life. ~ Henry Ward Beecher
  • A writer should have the precision of a poet and the imagination of a scientist. ~ Vladimir Nabokov
  • A book is a dream that you hold in your hands. ~ Neil Gaiman

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