
Reminiscence
Emotional Trigger
Sometimes a specific sense, like smell or sound, can create a strong connection to a memory.
Hearing the old song filled him with reminiscence of his school dances.
Reflective Mood
Use 'reminiscence' when someone is thoughtfully remembering their past, often with a sense of nostalgia.
In her reminiscence, she often talked about the carefree days of her youth.
Not Always Positive
'Reminiscence' doesn't only apply to happy memories; it can be used for any past experiences.
Their reminiscence of the difficult war years was bittersweet. Compare with
MemoryNostalgiaRecollectionReflectionRemembrance
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