as mentioned — as stated or referred to before
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: as stated or referred to before
Pronunciation (IPA): /æz ˈmenʃənd/
Example Sentences
- As mentioned, our boss has the memory of a goldfish and asks the same question every meeting.
- As mentioned in the report, sales increased by 15% this quarter.
- As mentioned earlier, please bring your own lunch to the picnic.
as mentioned
ADVERB[/æz ˈmenʃənd/]
as stated or referred to before
a business presenter points to a chart on a whiteboard while gesturing toward notes on a nearby table. She looks confidently at her colleagues as she explains the data. Earlier in the meeting, she had written key points on the table notes, and now she's clearly referring back to those same points. The audience members nod in understanding as they recognize the connection between her current explanation and her previous statements. Some colleagues flip through their own notes to find the earlier information she's referencing. someone referring back to information that was stated or mentioned before
As mentioned, what he tensioned will remember him when he's pensioned!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'mention' derives from Latin 'mentio', which stems from 'mens' meaning 'mind' or 'to bring to mind'. The adverb 'as' originates from Old English, meaning 'in the same way' or 'like'. Together, 'as mentioned' combines these elements to indicate something referenced or brought to attention previously.
Breakdown
as (in the manner of, like) + mention (from Latin mentio, to bring to mind) + -ed (past participle, indicating completed action). The phrase functions as a dependent clause marker preceding a reference to previously stated information.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“As mentioned, our boss has the memory of a goldfish and asks the same question every meeting.”
“As mentioned in the report, sales increased by 15% this quarter.”
“As mentioned earlier, please bring your own lunch to the picnic.”
“As mentioned before, my cooking skills are limited to boiling water and burning toast.”
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