reminiscent
Translation
reminiscent
Examples
The smell is reminiscent of my grandmother's kitchen.
The smell is reminiscent of my grandmother's kitchen.
He had a reminiscent smile on his face.
He had a reminiscent smile on his face.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) tending to remind one of (sth.) The smell is reminiscent of my grandmother's kitchen.
(attributive) absorbed in or suggesting absorption in memories He had a reminiscent smile on his face.
Similar Words
Synonyms: evocative, suggestive; Antonyms: forgetful, oblivious
Etymology
From Latin 'reminiscens', present participle of 'reminisci' (to remember). See 'reminisce'.
Memory Tips
If something is 'reminiscent' of the past, it 'sends' your mind back to it.