memory

/ˈmɛməri/

Definitions

1. noun

The mental capacity or faculty of retaining and recalling facts, events, impressions, etc.

“Her memory of the childhood trip to the beach still brings a smile to her face.”

2. noun

A device or apparatus, especially a computer, that is designed to record, store, and provide access to data or programs.

“The new smartwatch has 128 GB of memory to store all your favorite songs.”

3. noun

The act of remembering; a recollection.

“The memory of his first kiss still lingers in his mind.”

4. verb

To recall or remember something.

“She tried to memory the phone number of her old friend.”

5. verb

To keep or store something in memory, especially for future use.

“Try to memory this password: abc123.”

6. verb

To serve as a memory or a reminder of something.

“The old mansion serves as a memory of her family’s rich history.”

7. noun

A person or thing that is remembered or commemorated.

“The memory of the soldiers who lost their lives in the war is honored every year on Memorial Day.”

Synonyms

  • recalling
  • recollection
  • remembrance

Antonyms

  • forgetfulness
  • oblivion