Reference
Reference noun - A remark that calls attention to something or someone.
Usage example: the speaker made several references to his wife
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Synonyms for Reference
Remark and reference are semantically related. in allusion topic. In some cases you can use "Remark" instead a noun "Reference".
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How words are described
| particular | particular reference | particular remark |
| similar | similar reference | similar remark |
| brief | brief reference | brief remark |
| many | many reference | many remark |
| Other adjectives: single, sly, cryptic, little, bad, quick, subtle, ironic, clever, off-hand, passing, minor, funny, casual, later, odd, last, occasional, several, earlier, throwaway. | ||
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