remind

[ ri-mahynd ]

verb (used with object)

1. to cause (a person) to remember; cause (a person) to think (of someone or something):

   Remind me to phone him tomorrow. That woman reminds me of my mother.

remind

/ rɪˈmaɪnd /

verb

1. trusually foll byof; may take a clause as object or an infinitive to cause (a person) to remember (something or to do something); make (someone) aware (of something he may have forgotten)

   flowers remind me of holidays

   remind me to phone home

Other Words From

• rere·mind verb (used with object)
• unre·minded adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of remind¹

First recorded in 1635–45; re- + mind

Example Sentences

The paragon of false humility, Bellini reminds everyone he really doesn’t want to be named pope . . . even as he passionately campaigns for the job.

From Salon

The Gaetz debacle reminds us they are, in fact, sad and gross losers.

From Salon

We can always use reasons to laugh, but the stories that remind us of our humanity and worth at any age have higher value – especially now.

From Salon

The bishops’ outspoken assessment of the state of the nation has reminded Kenyans of the role church leaders played when they pushed for a return to multi-party democracy in the 1990s.

From BBC

It is the same movie, slightly tweaked and constantly referencing and reminding you of the original, delivering what you already loved about “Gladiator”: strength and honor, bread and circuses, blood and guts.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• admonish
• advise
• caution
• emphasize
• mention
• note
• point out
• prod
• prompt
• recall
• remember
• stress
• suggest
• warn