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nostalgic

[no-stal-jik nuh‐] /nɒˈstæl dʒɪk nə‐/
adjective
1.
experiencing or exhibiting nostalgia, a sentimental or wistful yearning for the happiness felt in a former place, time, or situation.
Origin of nostalgic
nostalg(ia) + -ic
Related forms
nostalgically, adverb
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  • The squeak of hinges and the jingling came through, clear and nostalgically.

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British Dictionary definitions for nostalgically

nostalgic

/nɒˈstældʒɪk/
adjective
1.
of or characterized by nostalgia
noun
2.
a person who indulges in nostalgia
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Word Origin and History for nostalgically

nostalgic

adj.

1806, from nostalgia + -ic. Related: Nostalgically.

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