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

According to Spear, the design and color display is reminiscent of her parent’s home in Miami Shores, known as The Pink House, as well as aspects of the Miami Children’s Museum. —Siobhan Morrissey, Miami Herald, 3 Dec. 2025

The space will also feature work from emerging artists with a unique connection to the area and decor reminiscent of Nevada’s natural terrain. —Ryley Amond, CNBC, 2 Dec. 2025

With walls reminiscent of the Surrealist hammered brass jewels that have become a signature of creative director Daniel Roseberry’s tenure, the gold-and-black decor is inspired by the house’s historic salons, originally designed by Jean-Michel Frank for Elsa Schiaparelli. —Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 1 Dec. 2025

Fresh arborvitae has a smell reminiscent of citrus, making homemade wreaths, garlands, and other holiday designs even more festive. —Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 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