CEFR B2

recollection

noun

Meaning

The ability to remember things, or the act of remembering something from the past.

Examples

My recollection of the event is a little hazy.
He has a clear recollection of his childhood.

Synonyms: memory, remembrance, reminiscence, memento

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recollection (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌrɛkəˈlɛkʃn̩/

Definition

The ability to remember things, or the act of remembering something from the past.

Examples

My recollection of the event is a little hazy.
He has a clear recollection of his childhood.
The witness's recollection of the crime was detailed.

How to Use recollection

recollection of (prepositional phrase): The act or ability to remember a specific thing or event. — "His recollection of the meeting was surprisingly accurate."
in recollection (prepositional phrase): In the process of remembering. — "The details came back to him in recollection."

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