Synonyms for

Mentions

Verb / ˈmenʃʌnz / Another word for mentions — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To refer to or speak about someone or something briefly

Synonyms & similar words

cite bringup remark mention acknowledgment credit name advert observe note reference refer honorablemention quotation citation notes cites acknowledges states remarks comments says utters voices reports tells recites recounts describes narrates relates suggests

Synonyms by register

Formal

references cites alludes to acknowledges

Informal

brings up talks about names points out

Literary

adverts to speaks of

Antonyms

ignores disregards omits excludes silences suppresses

Common collocations

  • frequent mentions
  • brief mentions
  • passing mentions
  • direct mentions
  • indirect mentions
  • without mentioning
  • mentions of

Word family

noun mention
verb mention

Usage note

The verb 'mention' is generally used for a brief or casual reference. It is less strong than 'discuss' or 'elaborate on'.

Example sentences

  1. He mentions his dog in every conversation.
  2. She never mentions her ex-boyfriend.
  3. The teacher mentions the upcoming test.
  4. I mentioned the concert to my friend.
  5. He mentioned the book he was reading.

Quotes

  • A person who seeks to make others believe in him must first make himself believe in himself. He must persuade himself that he possesses whatever is required, and that he is the character he would like to be. - Charles C. Colton
  • Love is not a feeling of happiness. Love is a willingness to sacrifice. - Michael Novak
  • I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious. - Albert Einstein

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