Reminiscency: meaning, definitions and examples

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reminiscency

 

[ หŒrษ›mษชหˆnษชsษ™nsi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in psychology

The act or process of recalling past experiences or events, often in a sentimental or nostalgic way. Reminiscence is often used as a therapeutic tool in psychology to help individuals explore their memories and emotions.

Synonyms

memory, recollection, reminiscence

Examples of usage

  • Her reminiscence of her childhood brought back bittersweet memories.
  • As she grew older, she found comfort in the reminiscence of her youth.
  • The therapy session included a guided reminiscence exercise to help the patient process past traumas.
Context #2 | Noun

in literature

A literary work that reflects on past events or memories, often with a sense of nostalgia or longing. Reminiscences in literature can provide insight into characters' motivations and emotions.

Synonyms

memoir, recollection, reflection

Examples of usage

  • The novel was filled with poignant reminiscences of the protagonist's childhood.
  • The poet's reminiscences of lost love resonated with readers.
  • Her short stories were a collection of personal reminiscences and reflections.

Translations

Translations of the word "reminiscency" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น reminiscรชncia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคฎเคฐเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Erinnerung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kenangan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฟะพะณะฐะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wspomnienie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ›žๆƒณ (ใ‹ใ„ใใ†)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rรฉminiscence

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ reminiscencia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท anฤฑmsama

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํšŒ์ƒ (ๅ›žๆƒณ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุฐูƒุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vzpomรญnka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ spomienka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ›žๅฟ† (huรญyรฌ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ spomin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ endurminning

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตัั‚ะตะปั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒฎแƒกแƒ”แƒœแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ xatirษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ reminiscencia

Etymology

The word 'reminiscency' originates from the Latin word 'reminiscentia', which means 'remembering'. It first appeared in the English language in the mid-17th century. The concept of reminiscence has been a significant theme in psychology and literature, with its roots in the exploration of memory, nostalgia, and emotional recollection. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass not just personal recollections but also literary reflections on the past. Today, reminiscency remains a powerful tool for introspection and storytelling.

See also: reminisce, reminiscence, reminiscences, reminiscent, reminiscing.