Reference and Recommendation

Reference

Reference noun - A formal recommendation by a former employer to a potential future employer describing the person's qualifications and dependability.
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Synonyms for Reference

Recommendation is a synonym for reference in testimonial topic. In some cases you can use "Recommendation" instead a noun "Reference", when it comes to topics like support, advice, statement, testimonial of good character. popular alternative

Recommendation

Recommendation noun - Something that recommends (or expresses commendation of) a person or thing as worthy or desirable.

Reference is a synonym for recommendation in commendation topic. You can use "Reference" instead a noun "Recommendation", if it concerns topics such as support, advice. popular alternative

How words are described

full full reference full recommendation
common common reference common recommendation
specific specific reference specific recommendation
complete complete reference complete recommendation
Other adjectives: original, quick, subtle, deliberate, possible.
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