memories

[mem-uh-reez] / ˈmɛm ə riz /

NOUN

memory

Synonyms

STRONGEST

consciousness mind recollection remembrance thought

STRONG

anamnesis awareness cognizance flashback memorization mindfulness recall recapture recognition reflection reminiscence retention retentiveness retrospection subconsciousness

WEAK

camera-eye dead-eye mind's eye

Antonyms

STRONG

forgetfulness ignorance

WEAK

amnesia

Example Sentences

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Dr Rowbottom, as he is also known, followed in his families' footsteps to become a Liverpool fan, and has fond memories of the 1980s, when the 'Mersey Monopoly' was in full effect.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Yet memories are “all I have now,” says a narrator at the beginning of the film.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

One limitation is that participants reported details about their early and midlife experiences later in life, which may have affected the accuracy of their memories.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

Bennett has some snapshot memories of the president.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

Vague memories of her dreams haunted Natalie as she blinked and rubbed her eyes.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz