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refer vs mention

mention vs refer

refer is not a noun while mention is a noun.

refer and mention both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
refer No No Yes No
mention Yes No Yes No
As verbs, refer and mention are synonyms defined as:
  • refer and mention: make reference to
Other synonyms of refer include advert, bring up, cite, name.
refer (noun) mention (noun)
an official recognition of merit
a remark that calls attention to something or someone
a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage
refer (verb) mention (verb)
think of, regard, or classify under a subsuming principle or with a general group or in relation to another make mention of
have as a meaning commend
make reference to make reference to
use a name to designate
seek information from
send or direct for treatment, information, or a decision
be relevant to
Difference between refer and mention

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