Synonyms for
Remind
Definition
to cause someone to remember something
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- remind someone of
- remind me to
- remind you that
- remind the class
- remind him of the
- remind them about
- remind me about
Word family
Usage note
Often followed by 'of' when referring to something that causes a memory, or by 'to' when prompting an action. 'Remindful' is less common and can sometimes be confused with 'mindful'.
Example sentences
- I need to remind myself to study for the spelling test.
- Mom will remind me to take my medicine after breakfast.
- Can you remind me to bring my library book back today?
- The alarm clock will remind me to wake up for school.
- I will remind my little sister to wear sunscreen at the beach.
Quotes
The past is never where you think you left it. (Katherine Anne Porter)
Forgetfulness is a form of freedom. (Kahlil Gibran)
To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die. (Thomas Campbell)