frequently-mentioned
|fre-quent-ly-men-tioned|
B2
/ˈfriːkwəntli ˈmenʃənd/
(mention)
brief reference
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mention' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'mentio,' where 'ment-' meant 'to think or remind.'
Historical Evolution
'mentio' transformed into the Old French word 'mention,' and eventually became the modern English word 'mention' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to remind or bring to mind,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to refer to or speak of.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
often referred to or cited.
The frequently-mentioned topic was discussed in detail.
Synonyms
often-citedcommonly-referred
Antonyms
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/07/08 23:19