Remembrance — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ri-ˈmem-brən(t)s/ re·mem·brance

Meaning & Definition of Remembrance

Remembrance (noun)

  1. the state of bearing in mind
  2. the ability to remember, memory
  3. the period over which one's memory extends

Remembrance (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a particular act or instance of recalling or the thing remembered

    "a happy couple with many fond remembrances of when they were dating in college"

    similar: anamnesis, memory, recall, recollection, reminiscence
    related: flashback, memento, memorial, reminder, souvenir, token, association

  2. something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event

    "she gave her boyfriend on the eve of his military service one of her lockets as a remembrance of their abiding affection"

    similar: commemorative, keepsake, memento, memorial, monument, reminder, souvenir, token
    related: memorabilia, relic, vestige, cairn, landmark, marker, testimonial, tribute, cenotaph

  3. the power or process of recalling what has been previously learned or experienced

    "remembrance will wane with age"

    similar: memory, mind, recollection, reminiscence
    related: hypermnesia, total recall, contemplation, meditation, musing, reflection, retrospection, thinking, awareness, cognizance, consciousness, apprehension, comprehension, grasp, grip, perception, understanding
    near: amnesia, repression, forgetfulness

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Remembrance

The most common words with a similar meaning to Remembrance:

anamnesis, memory, recall, recollection, reminiscence, commemorative, keepsake, memento, memorial, monument, reminder, souvenir, token, mind

Related Words for Remembrance

flashback, association, memorabilia, relic, vestige, cairn, landmark, marker, testimonial, tribute, cenotaph, hypermnesia, total recall, contemplation, meditation, musing, reflection, retrospection, thinking, awareness, cognizance, consciousness, apprehension, comprehension, grasp, grip, perception, understanding

Near Antonyms of Remembrance

amnesia, repression, forgetfulness

Origin & Etymology of Remembrance

First known use: 14th century

Words & Phrases Containing Remembrance

Remembrance Day, Remembrance Sunday

Frequently Asked Questions about Remembrance

What does "Remembrance" mean?

"Remembrance" means the state of bearing in mind. As a noun, it is defined as: the state of bearing in mind. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Remembrance"?

Other words for "Remembrance" include anamnesis, memory, recall, recollection, reminiscence, commemorative, keepsake and memento. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Remembrance" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Remembrance"?

There are 42 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Remembrance". Common alternatives include anamnesis, memory, recall, recollection, reminiscence, commemorative, keepsake, memento, memorial and monument.

How do you use "Remembrance" in a sentence?

Examples of "Remembrance" in a sentence: "a happy couple with many fond remembrances of when they were dating in college"; "she gave her boyfriend on the eve of his military service one of her lockets as a remembrance of their abiding affection"; "remembrance will wane with age".

Is "Remembrance" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Remembrance" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Remembrance"?

"Remembrance" is pronounced /ri-ˈmem-brən(t)s/ and divided into syllables as re·mem·brance.

What is the origin of the word "Remembrance"?

First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Remembrance" meaning "a particular act or instance of recalling or the thing remembered"?

When "Remembrance" (noun) means a particular act or instance of recalling or the thing remembered, synonyms include anamnesis, memory, recall, recollection and reminiscence.