reminiscent
Americanadjective
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awakening memories of something similar; suggestive (usually followed by of).
His style of writing is reminiscent of Melville's.
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characterized by or of the nature of reminiscence.
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given to reminiscence.
a reminiscent old sailor.
adjective
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stimulating memories (of) or comparisons (with)
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characterized by reminiscence
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(of a person) given to reminiscing
Other Word Forms
- reminiscently adverb
- unreminiscent adjective
- unreminiscently adverb
Etymology
Origin of reminiscent
First recorded in 1755–65; from Latin reminiscent-, stem of reminiscēns “remembering,” present participle of reminiscī “to remember,” from re- re- + -miniscī (akin to mēns “mind”; mind )
Example Sentences
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England Rugby World Cup-winner Jason Robinson believes Immanuel Feyi-Waboso's impressive skills are reminiscent of his own as the wing looks to provide the current side with a cutting edge in the Six Nations.
From Barron's
Sabrina Carpenter's Grammy-nominated album may be called Man's Best Friend, but her red carpet look seemed to channel another blonde bombshell, with her form-fitting crystal and diamond gown reminiscent of Marilyn Monroe.
From BBC
The episode is also reminiscent of the 1980 attempt by the Hunt brothers to corner the market.
Along with that good can come drama that feels reminiscent of high school.
That sensory experience feels so reminiscent of home.
From Salon
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