Synonyms of mention

mention 1 of 2

verb

1

as in to notice

to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically

you only mentioned in passing some of your accomplishments

Synonyms & Similar Words

• notice
• cite
• specify
• note
• indicate
• quote
• suggest
• instance
• name
• explain
• introduce
• refer (to)
• touch (on or upon)
• imply
• announce
• intend
• clarify
• infer
• advert (to)
• pronounce
• publish
• drop
• designate
• signify
• point (out)
• advertise
• allude (to)
• declare
• hint (at)
• proclaim
• signal
• publicize
• interject
• elucidate
• intimate
• sound
• spell out
• bring up
• insinuate
• broadcast
• denominate
• worm
• broach
• interpose
• interpolate
• clear (up)
• explicate
• infiltrate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• forget
• ignore
• slight
• disregard
• overlook
• neglect
• pass over
• overpass

2

as in to cite

to give as an example

mentioned several legal precedents in support of her argument

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cite
• reference
• instance
• quote
• adduce
• specify
• represent
• illustrate
• exemplify
• refer (to)
• source
• touch (on or upon)
• document
• name
• corroborate
• validate
• advert (to)
• bear out
• substantiate

mention

2 of 2

noun

ˈmen(t)-shən 

as in commendation

a formal recognition of an achievement or praiseworthy deed

received a special mention for her submission to the exhibition of local artists

Synonyms & Similar Words

• commendation
• acknowledgement
• award
• medal
• acknowledgment
• citation
• prize
• honor
• tribute
• decoration
• ribbon
• dedication
• accolade
• kudo

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of mention

Verb

Bui’s boss at Fort Sill mentioned that his father-in-law had been an airman who worked on those planes. —Jennifer Brookland, Mercury News, 27 Apr. 2025

As mentioned, Rubio’s new comments land a day before Canada’s April 28 federal election, which could see a new leader in place for negotiations about tariffs with the United States. —Rebecca Schneid, Time, 27 Apr. 2025

Noun

There was no mention of any casting choices, although rumors circulated late last year about Austin Butler being eyed for the lead. —Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 26 Apr. 2025

There was no mention in the letter of building a new municipal complex. —Mackenzie Farkus, Christian Science Monitor, 23 Apr. 2025

Phrases Containing mention

• honorable mention
• not to mention