"Reminiscent" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Reminiscent" Meaning

Suggesting a remembrance or a recollection of something that happened in the past.

"Reminiscent" Examples

Usage Examples for the Word "Reminiscent"

Adjective Usage

- The old, besieged mansion stood quietly, its archaic charm reminiscent of a bygone era.

Adverbial Usage

- The fireworks display was put up reminiscent of those during annual national celebrations.

Adjective with Affect

- The kind weather of the beautiful evening made the tranquil journey back home reminiscent of lazy summer evenings back home.

Colleague with Adverb

- Watching an old home video, he saw how much his little sister had grown and felt quite happy about the fact.

Equivalent Cases with Negative Connotations

- Entering the dilapidated room after many decades silently spoke volumes of time's stealthy grasp having been omniscient.