Synonyms for Mention (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a remark that calls attention to something or someone):
reference
WordNet sense 2 (a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage):
acknowledgment, citation, cite, credit, quotation
WordNet sense 3 (an official recognition of merit):
honorable mention
WordNet sense 4 (make reference to):
advert, name, refer, advert, bring up
WordNet sense 5 (make mention of):
note, observe, remark
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