Definition

Relating to or suggesting memories of the past.

Example

The old photographs were reminiscent of my childhood days.

Conversation

I found an old photo album that was really reminiscential of our school days.

Oh wow, I loved those times!

Yeah, it brought back so many memories from our childhood.

Absolutely! We should look through it together sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reminiscential → It is formed from "reminiscent" (from Latin "reminisci", meaning to remember) and the suffix "-ial" (meaning relating to). The word "reminiscential" refers to something that is related to or evokes memories.

Memory Tip

Think of 'reminiscent' which means to remember, and the '-ial' suffix indicates a relation. This helps you remember that 'reminiscential' relates to evoking memories.

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