What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
adduced
Example
The lawyer adduced several pieces of evidence to support her client's case. [adduced: verb]
Example
The author adduced several examples to illustrate her point. [adduced: past tense]
mention
Example
He mentioned his upcoming vacation but didn't provide any details. [mentioned: past tense]
Example
She briefly mentioned the new project during the meeting. [mentioned: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Mention is more commonly used than adduced in everyday language. Mention is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while adduced is less common and typically used in legal or academic contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between adduced and mention?
Adduced is more formal than mention. While mention can be used in both formal and informal contexts, adduced is typically reserved for more serious or weighty situations.
