Reminiscent

usgb/ˌremɪˈnɪsnt/
adjective

Making you remember or think of something.

The movie's cinematic style was reminiscent of older foreign films.
Visual representation of "reminiscent" - Making you remember or think of something.

Often appears as...

  • reminiscent of
  • strong reminiscent
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Memory Trigger

Use 'reminiscent' when something triggers a memory or a feeling from the past.

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The smell of the ocean was reminiscent of her childhood summers at the beach.
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Sense of Nostalgia

'Reminiscent' often carries a nostalgic tone, suggesting pleasant memories.

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Listening to that song is reminiscent of our high school graduation.
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Not Identical

Something reminiscent is not exact but shares enough qualities to remind you of something else.

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This town is reminiscent of my hometown, but it's not quite the same.
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