Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mnemonic

noun
/nɪˈmɒnɪk/
Definition
A technique or tool used to help remember information.
Examples
  • Using the phrase ‘Every Good Boy Deserves Fruit’ is a popular mnemonic for remembering the lines of the treble clef in music.
  • She created a mnemonic to memorize the periodic table, using the first letter of each element to form a sentence.
Meaning
Mnemonic refers to a strategy that aids in the retention and retrieval of information, often through the use of patterns, acronyms, or images.
Synonyms
  • memory aid
  • reminder
  • recollection tool