Synonyms for

Reminiscent

Verb / ˌremʌˈnɪsʌnt / Another word for reminiscent — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Relating to or suggestive of an earlier time or place.

Synonyms & similar words

evocative remindful resonant redolent evocative redolent suggestive recollective memorable nostalgic romantic vintage retro quaint antique classic old-fashioned pastoral rural historic ancient traditional timeless old

Synonyms by register

Formal

evocative suggestive recollective

Informal

like reminds me of brings to mind

Literary

echoing redolent

Antonyms

unmemorable unremarkable unexceptional unfamiliar distinct different

Common collocations

  • reminiscent of the past
  • reminiscent of childhood
  • reminiscent of a bygone era
  • reminiscent of a dream
  • reminiscent of old times
  • reminiscent of her mother

Word family

noun reminiscence
verb reminisce
adverb reminiscently

Usage note

This word is typically followed by the preposition 'of'. It often carries a slightly nostalgic or sentimental connotation.

Example sentences

  1. The smell of freshly baked cookies is reminiscent of my childhood.
  2. The old photographs were reminiscent of a simpler time.
  3. The antique furniture in the room was reminiscent of a past era.
  4. The old-fashioned clothing was reminiscent of a different time period.
  5. The nostalgic music was reminiscent of the 1950s.

Quotes

  • The past beats inside me like a second heart. - John Banville
  • Nostalgia is a file that removes the rough edges from the good old days. - Doug Larson
  • We do not remember days, we remember moments. - Cesare Pavese

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