verb

remind

To cause someone to remember something.

The note on the fridge reminds me to buy milk.

Etymology

The parts suggest bringing something to mind again. Reminding prompts a person to recover knowledge that might otherwise remain unnoticed.

More examples

  • This song reminds me of our first road trip.
  • Please remind me to call the dentist tomorrow.
  • She reminded us that the library closes early today.

Forms

remind · reminds · reminded · reminding

reminder noun — Something that helps someone remember.

Similar words

prompt
Supplies a cue, often when someone cannot remember what follows.
jog
Means to stimulate memory; usually takes “memory” as its object.