Synonyms for Mention
Definition of mention
noun
- a remark that calls attention to something or someone; "she made frequent mention of her promotion"; "there was no mention of it"; "the speaker made several references to his wife"
- a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage; "the student's essay failed to list several important citations"; "the acknowledgments are usually printed at the front of a book"; "the article includes mention of similar clinical cases"
- an official recognition of merit; "although he didn't win the prize he did get special mention"
12 synonyms found
Writing tips for "mention"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like acknowledge, advert, citation can replace "mention" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 12 alternatives available, "mention" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Mention" in song lyrics
See how mention is used in real songs:
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"In case I didn't mention"
12 O'Clock w/ Raekwon the Chef — Nasty Immigrants * -
"Clothes on the counter, yo, I forgot to mention"
Above the Law f/ Snow — Dose of the Mega Flex -
"did I forget to mention"
Aceyalone — Anywhere You Go