Recollectively: meaning, definitions and examples

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recollectively

 

[ ˌrɛkəˈlɛktɪvli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

memory context

Recollectively refers to the manner in which one recalls or remembers past events. It implies an active process of memory retrieval, often used in the context of reflecting on experiences.

Synonyms

nostalgically, reflectively, rememberingly.

Examples of usage

  • She spoke recollectively about her childhood.
  • The students worked recollectively to piece together the history of their community.
  • He recollectively described the events of that summer vacation.
  • They recounted their experiences recollectively during the reunion.

Translations

Translations of the word "recollectively" in other languages:

🇵🇹 recoletivamente

🇮🇳 पुनः संग्रहित रूप से

🇩🇪 gemeinsam

🇮🇩 secara kolektif

🇺🇦 колективно

🇵🇱 kolektywnie

🇯🇵 共同で

🇫🇷 collectivement

🇪🇸 colectivamente

🇹🇷 kolektif olarak

🇰🇷 집단적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل جماعي

🇨🇿 kolektivně

🇸🇰 kolektívne

🇨🇳 集体地

🇸🇮 kolektivno

🇮🇸 sameiginlega

🇰🇿 бірлесіп

🇬🇪 კოლექტიურად

🇦🇿 kollektiv şəkildə

🇲🇽 colectivamente

Etymology

The word 'recollectively' derives from the verb 'recollect,' which comes from the Latin 'recollectus,' the past participle of 'recollegere'—to gather again. The prefix 're-' indicates a sense of repetition or backward motion, while 'collect' pertains to the act of gathering or assembling. The adverbial form '-ively' is used to convert the base verb into a manner of action. These elements converge to create a term that encompasses the idea of bringing memories back together in a reflective or thoughtful manner. Its usage has evolved within English literature, particularly in contexts where introspection and memory play significant roles, often emphasizing the emotional weight of recalling past experiences.