recollection (Meaning)
recollection (n)
the ability to recall past occurrences
the process of remembering (especially the process of recovering information by mental effort)
something recalled to the mind
recollection (n.)
The act of recollecting, or recalling to the memory; the operation by which objects are recalled to the memory, or ideas revived in the mind; reminiscence; remembrance.
The power of recalling ideas to the mind, or the period within which things can be recollected; remembrance; memory; as, an event within my recollection.
That which is recollected; something called to mind; reminiscence.
The act or practice of collecting or concentrating the mind; concentration; self-control.
Synonyms & Antonyms of recollection
recollection Sentence Examples
- My recollection of the incident is hazy, but I believe it occurred around noon.
- The witness's vivid recollection helped the police reconstruct the timeline of events.
- Despite the passage of years, the victim's recollection of the abuse was remarkably detailed.
- The elderly patient had difficulty with recollection, often forgetting important appointments.
- The therapist encouraged the client to explore their recollections of childhood memories.
- The author's recollection of events in the novel was based on extensive research and interviews.
- The historian relied on a combination of written records and personal recollections to provide a comprehensive account.
- The journalist's recollection of the controversial interview was called into question by the subject.
- The doctor's notes contained a detailed recollection of the patient's symptoms and examination findings.
- The artist's recollection of their travels through the countryside was captured in a vibrant series of paintings.
FAQs About the word recollection
the ability to recall past occurrences, the process of remembering (especially the process of recovering information by mental effort), something recalled to th
memory,memorial, reminiscence, recall, remembrance, flashback, reminder,anamnesis, souvenir, memento
repression, amnesia, amnesia, repression,,forgetfulness, forgetfulness
My recollection of the incident is hazy, but I believe it occurred around noon.
The witness's vivid recollection helped the police reconstruct the timeline of events.
Despite the passage of years, the victim's recollection of the abuse was remarkably detailed.
The elderly patient had difficulty with recollection, often forgetting important appointments.
