reminisce

American  

[rem-uh-nis] / ˌrɛm əˈnɪs /

verb (used without object)

reminisced, reminiscing

1. to recall past experiences, events, etc.; indulge in reminiscence.

   Synonyms:

   muse, recollect, remember

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reminisce British  

/ ˌrɛmɪˈnɪs /

verb

1. (intr) to talk or write about old times, past experiences, etc

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Etymology

Origin of reminisce

First recorded in 1820–30; back formation from reminiscence

Example Sentences

In a matter of minutes, the 24-year-olds found themselves in the thick of its “Star Wars” DVD and Blu-ray collection, reminiscing about the special features they enjoyed as kids.

From Los Angeles Times

Curled up on a vintage sofa they found at a Long Island junk store and refurbished, the couple likes to reminisce about their favorite finds from their 22 years together.

From Los Angeles Times

In his third year of a music degree, 26-year-old guitarist Daniel Lukusa reminisced about how much better the rumba played on repeat in his family home was.

From Barron's

"Savoring can occur when we reminisce on a past experience, focus on the present moment or look ahead to a future experience."

From Science Daily

He said the annual luncheon was a great chance to "reminisce" with others he's worked with over the years.

From BBC

Related Words

• look back
• remind