mention

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Mention' refers to the act of briefly referring or bringing up something or someone in a conversation or piece of writing. It is often used when someone refers to something without going into a lot of detail.

Examples in Different Contexts

In reports, organizations might 'mention' donors or supporters. A nonprofit director could state, 'Every mention of our supporters is a testament to collective impact.'

Practice Scenarios

Business

Scenario:

I've noticed our team's performance improving. Some crucial points ought to be shared at the next all-hands meeting.

Response:

I agree, it's worth mentioning their accomplishment during the meeting.

Tech

Scenario:

The new software update seems to be causing a few issues. We should discuss potential solutions in our stand-up tomorrow.

Response:

Sure, I'll mention the software bugs we need to fix in the stand-up meeting.