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

The group sizes are limited to six—although larger groups can request to book a private party or experience—and the ambience is very much reminiscent of a library. —Mark Littler, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025

In fact, this cake is incredibly moist, similar to a gooey butter cake, with a topping that’s reminiscent of German chocolate cake’s iconic coconutty and pecan-rich frosting. —Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2025

As controversies pile up, Trump allies increasingly turn on one another The turmoil is reminiscent of Trump’s chaotic management in his first presidency, which was plagued by interpersonal drama. —John Nogowski, Hartford Courant, 24 Apr. 2025

And indeed, there is an air of defiance in Sarria’s art; the street-art influence is utterly New York while also reminiscent of the art found in the streets of her native Cali. —José Criales-Unzueta, Vogue, 23 Apr. 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