Reminder
/rɪˈmaɪndər/
Definitions
2 meaningsA thing that serves to remind someone of something.
/rɪˈmaɪndər/
Something that helps you remember something else.
She set a reminder to take her medicine.
💡 Simply: A 'reminder' is like a little nudge to help you remember something important, like a text to pay a bill or a sticky note on your desk to call your friend. It's like a friendly helper for your memory!
👶 For kids: A reminder is like a secret helper that tells you to remember something important!
More Examples
The email served as a gentle reminder of the meeting.
A flashing light acted as a visual reminder of the deadline.
How It's Used
"I set a reminder on my phone to buy groceries."
"The accountant sent a reminder about the upcoming tax deadline."
A person or thing that makes you remember something, especially something unpleasant.
/rɪˈmaɪndər/
A person or thing that causes someone to recall a memory or feeling.
The old house was a bittersweet reminder of their childhood.
💡 Simply: A 'reminder' can be a person, a place, or even a song that makes you remember something from the past. It can be a happy memory, a sad one, or just something you need to think about.
👶 For kids: A reminder is something that makes you think about the past!
More Examples
The scar on his arm was a constant reminder of the accident.
That song is a powerful reminder of summer holidays.
How It's Used
"The photograph was a painful reminder of happier times."
"The scent of lavender was a poignant reminder of her grandmother."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
gentle reminder
A mild and polite prompt.
"The email served as a gentle reminder about the upcoming payment."
a helpful reminder
An important prompt.
"This schedule is a helpful reminder of your tasks."
a painful reminder
A prompt that elicits a feeling of sadness or grief.
"The memorial was a painful reminder of those we lost."
From Middle English remembre, from Old French remembre, from Latin rememorari ('to remember, call to mind'), from re- ('again') + memor ('mindful').
The word 'reminder' has been used since the 16th century and originally meant to bring to someone's mind.
Memory tip
Think of a little note taped to your fridge.
Word Origin
"to remember, call to mind"