Cf. (Adverb)
Meaning
Compare (used in texts to point the reader to another location in the text).
Examples
- For a detailed discussion of this topic, see chapter 3, cf. also chapter 5 for additional information.
- The new policy has been implemented to reduce costs, cf. the annual budget report for more details.
- The historical significance of this event is widely acknowledged, cf. the work of Smith and Johnson for a comprehensive analysis.
- This study's findings are consistent with previous research, cf. the study by Williams et al. for a comparison.
- The concept of sustainable development is central to our argument, cf. the section on environmental impact for further discussion.