reminisce
UK: ˌremɪˈnɪs | US: ˌremɪˈnɪs
vi. To indulge in enjoyable recollection of past events.
reminisce = re<again> + min<mind> + isce<verb suffix>
- re: Prefix meaning "again" (from Latin re-).
- min: Root derived from Latin mens (mind), reflecting mental activity.
- isce: Verb-forming suffix (from Latin -iscere), indicating a process or action.
Etymology Origin:
The word "reminisce" originates from Latin reminiscī ("to remember again"), combining re- (repetition) and min- (mind). It entered English via French reminiscer in the 16th century, initially as a literary term. The modern sense of "fondly recalling the past" emerged in the 19th century, emphasizing the pleasurable aspect of memory.
She often reminisces about her childhood summers by the lake.
The old friends sat reminiscing late into the night.
Photographs help us reminisce about forgotten moments.
He smiled while reminiscing his college days.
Grandparents love to reminisce with their grandchildren.