Synonyms of annotation

annotation

noun

as in commentary

a written explanation, observation, etc. that is added to something (such as a book)

The translator's annotations to the text explain some of its cultural and historical context.

Related Words

• commentary
• analysis
• remark
• comment
• note
• reflection
• input
• exposition
• view
• aside
• judgment
• sentiment
• belief
• verdict
• advice
• mind
• obiter dictum
• conviction
• notion
• eye
• persuasion
• feeling

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of annotation

His commentary became an important part of the textual tradition, and his annotations are included in many modern editions of the work. — Ethan Teekah, Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 Sep. 2026

Amazon also looked to capitalize on the demand for AI training by marketing MTurk as a data annotation source for its SageMaker service. — Annie Palmer, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026

This novel comes to readers in the form of a poem—one written by a fictional poet and accompanied by annotations from the poet’s (also fictional) colleague. — Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2026

The hundred-and-ninety-two-page document appeared to be an incomplete draft, and was filled with annotations, in bright-red text, about factual errors and unsourced claims. — Ruby Cramer, New Yorker, 13 Aug. 2026