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

The crowds that filled the fieldhouse with sound last weekend were reminiscent of old times, when the campus community, largely a commuter campus, rallied around its basketball teams. —Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 11 Mar. 2026

This pair of Skechers is reminiscent of the Adidas Sambas—a style now in its third year of It Girl status—but at a fraction of the price and with podiatrists’ stamp of approval. —Annie Blackman, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026

According to Fried, songbirds especially like this tree's fruit, which is reminiscent of blackberries but without the seeds or thorns. —Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 11 Mar. 2026

The faux ring is reminiscent of a manicure recently sported by Kourtney Kardashian, suggesting this exquisite accent could be on the verge of having a moment. —Marci Robin, Allure, 10 Mar. 2026

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