reminiscence — a story told about a past event remembered by the narrator; the enjoyable recollection of past events
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a story told about a past event remembered by the narrator; the enjoyable recollection of past events
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌreməˈnɪsəns/
Example Sentences
- Grandma's reminiscences about her youth always include at least three handsome suitors and a dancing scandal.
- The old professor's reminiscences of his student days revealed he was once quite the troublemaker.
- Her reminiscence of the wedding day was interrupted by her husband's loud snoring.
reminiscence
NOUN[/ˌreməˈnɪsəns/]
a story told about a past event remembered by the narrator; the enjoyable recollection of past events
Grandma sharing cherished old memories
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“Grandma's reminiscences about her youth always include at least three handsome suitors and a dancing scandal.”
“The old professor's reminiscences of his student days revealed he was once quite the troublemaker.”
“Her reminiscence of the wedding day was interrupted by her husband's loud snoring.”
“The author's reminiscence captured the essence of a bygone era.”
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