Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

recollect

verb
/ˌrɛkəˈlɛkt/
Definition
To remember or recall something from the past.
Examples
  • She tried to recollect the details of the conversation.
  • He couldn’t recollect where he had left his keys.
  • After some time, she was able to recollect her childhood memories.
Meaning
Recollecting involves bringing back memories or thoughts into conscious awareness.
Synonyms
  • remember
  • recall
  • retrieve
  • reflect