reminiscent

adjective

rem·​i·​nis·​cent ˌre-mə-ˈni-sᵊnt How to pronounce reminiscent (audio)
1
: of the character of or relating to reminiscence
2
: marked by or given to reminiscence
3
: tending to remind : suggestive
reminiscently adverb

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
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The pavilion’s interior was reminiscent of a military entertainment bar, with a dim red light, two screens placed on opposite walls, and a couple of microphones standing in the middle. Joanna Warsza, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2025 The fully custom 141-footer, previously known as ALY431 but christened Ximena, features aggressive lines reminiscent of an arrowhead and a sharp, pelican’s bow that ensure greater efficiency and enviable style on the high seas. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2025 An iridescent, three-dimensional butterfly reminiscent of the singer's Lover era popped up as the centerpiece of the gift, and a card with the Grammy winner's full name was set below the sparkling figurine. Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025 Speaking of tang, the puffs also include citric acid, which provides a limey zing that’s reminiscent of Takis Fuego curls. Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 1 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for reminiscent

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of reminiscent was in 1765

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“Reminiscent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reminiscent. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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reminiscent

adjective
rem·​i·​nis·​cent ˌrem-ə-ˈnis-ᵊnt How to pronounce reminiscent (audio)
1
: of, relating to, or engaging in reminiscence
2
: reminding one of someone or something else

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