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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He phoned into CNN’s “State of the Union” and NBC’s “Meet the Press” Sunday morning to share his memories of Graham.

From Salon • Jul. 12, 2026

Some people resist leaving their home because it contains many happy memories.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 12, 2026

New research has revealed that tau, a protein best known for its connection to Alzheimer's disease, is also essential for creating long lasting memories.

From Science Daily • Jul. 12, 2026

He opened the café and comic book shop as he had "happy memories" of the market as a child.

From BBC • Jul. 11, 2026

“It hasn’t been long enough for my memories to fade.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin