reminiscent

adjective

rem·​i·​nis·​cent ˌre-mə-ˈni-sᵊnt 

1

: of the character of or relating to reminiscence

2

: marked by or given to reminiscence

3

: tending to remind : suggestive

reminiscently adverb

Synonyms

• evocative
• suggestive

Examples of reminiscent in a Sentence

I'm in a reminiscent mood.

a sparkling winter day that was oddly reminiscent of summer in its cheering sunniness

Recent Examples on the Web

His skill-set and stature is very reminiscent of three-time All-Pro QB Randall Cunningham. —Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Apr. 2024

The silhouette’s suede Three Stripes arrive in green with red accents that are reminiscent of the classic Milwaukee Bucks’ colors. —Rayna Reid Rayford, Essence, 19 Apr. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Latin reminiscent-, reminiscens, present participle of reminisci to remember, from re- + -minisci (akin to Latin ment-, mens mind) — more at mind

First Known Use

1765, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

reminiscent

adjective

rem·​i·​nis·​cent ˌrem-ə-ˈnis-ᵊnt 

1

: of, relating to, or engaging in reminiscence

2

: reminding one of someone or something else