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 of reminiscent

• suggestive
• revealing
• evocative

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

In a story reminiscent of the Greek hero Achilles, Baldur's mother, Frigg, makes her son invincible to all things except mistletoe. —Scott Neuman, NPR, 17 Dec. 2025

This bright, tart, and festive cocktail is perfectly pink and reminiscent of a ranch water with a few extra additions. —Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2025

The language contained in the Bondi memo is reminiscent of that found in a September report from independent journalist Ken Klippenstein. —James Factora, Them., 16 Dec. 2025

According to Etsy’s 2025 Holiday Trend Guide, Etsy users are ready to entertain with a supper club aesthetic reminiscent of cozy gatherings from past decades. —Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2025

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

Rhymes for reminiscent

• indehiscent

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