NYT Dictionary

MENTION

/ˈmɛnʃən/
NounVerbMEN-tionmen-tion · 2 syllablesGrade 4

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2022, 2023, 2025

Meaning

A speaking or noticing of anything, usually in a brief or cursory manner.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English

Inherited from Middle English mencioun, mention, from Old French mention, from Latin mentiōnem, accusative of mentiō (“a mention, calling to mind”).

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

bring upmentionmovereferencetoss uptouchtouch oncitationciteacknowledgment

Antonyms

bespeechenlarge oneselforatespeechify

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 4 recorded puzzles:

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