referente

reference point; benchmark

noun rreh-feh-REHN-teh Less Common

Origin: From Latin referens, present participle of referre (to carry back, refer).

Usage Note

Referente functions as a noun meaning an authority, model, or point of reference (es un referente en su campo = 'she is a benchmark in her field'). It can also function as a preposition-like adjective in en lo referente a (= 'regarding, as regards'). Do not confuse with referencia (a reference or citation).

Examples

"Este autor es un referente en la literatura moderna."

Natural Translation

This author is a benchmark in modern literature.

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