Synonyms of references

references 1 of 2

noun

plural of reference

1

as in sources

something mentioned in a text as providing related and especially supporting information

the author's argument is interesting, but the lack of references makes me wonder if it can be proven

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sources
• quotations
• authorities
• citations
• excerpts
• extracts
• footnotes
• cross-references
• notes
• captions

2

as in regards

relation to or concern with something specified

this reply is in reference to your last question

Synonyms & Similar Words

• regards
• respects

references

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of reference

as in documents

Related Words

• sources
• documents
• bears out
• corroborates
• validates
• refers (to)
• touches (on or upon)
• specifies
• illustrates
• names
• mentions
• instances
• substantiates
• quotes
• cites
• represents
• exemplifies
• adverts (to)
• adduces

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of references

Noun

In a work so dense with references, mistakes will sprout like crabgrass; write a big book on André Le Nôtre’s formal gardens and the earthworm experts will gather to deride your confusion. — Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026

Hers was a captivating return, combining the innate theatricality of her poise with a bold, sophisticated style steeped in historical references to haute couture. — Giacomo Aricò, Vogue, 5 Sep. 2026

The attribution of liability that the author references is but one example. — Torie Bosch, STAT, 5 Sep. 2026

All this, compared to what Oasis meant at its peak in 1996, would make for a fascinating film that could also enshrine the band’s significance more successfully than yet another montage of newspaper headlines or references to album sales. — Elena Lazic, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026

The Larry June x Adidas Adistar Control 5 stands out with heavy splash of neon green, orange and pink invoking the rapper’s recurring orange references and overall prioritization of health. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2026

There have also been repeated public outbursts from Diomansy Kamara, Sarr’s agent, about Palace’s handling of his client while Sarr himself removed all references to Palace on his social media platforms. — Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026

There’s a lot going on in this episode, which ultimately reveals itself as more than a fun bunch of references. — Keith Phipps, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2026

What would have taken a novice lapsed coder like me hours of time struggling with physics models and code references was already in a functional, ready-to-test state with minimal effort. — Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 31 Aug. 2026

Verb

Small Town Girls references two shootings, a reference to the gun violence that’s a staple of American life, now more than ever. — Literary Hub, 21 Apr. 2026