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Pronoun Reference

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Pronoun reference is the connection between a pronoun and the noun it replaces.

Course connection

ACT English: Conventions of Standard English: Usage

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5 Must Know Facts For Your Next Test

  1. Pronoun Reference appears across 2 ACT guides as a remediation concept.
  2. A pronoun is risky when more than one noun could be its antecedent.