nostalgic

Meanings

• Adjective

  Feeling of sentimental longing for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations.

  - "She felt a nostalgic longing for her childhood home."
  - "The old photograph brought back nostalgic memories."

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with nostalgic
cosmic , anemic , dramatic , hectic

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Variants

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nostalgic , nostalgically , nostalgics

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Etymology

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From Greek: nostos 'homecoming' + algos 'pain'.

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Trivia

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1. Nostalgia was once considered a medical condition and was even treated as a crime in some parts of Europe.

2. The term 'nostalgia' was first used in a medical context in 1688 by a Swiss doctor named Johannes Hofer.

3. Nostalgia is often associated with the holiday season, as many people feel a strong sense of longing and nostalgia during this time of year.

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Related Concepts

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1. saudade: A Portuguese term that describes a deep emotional state of melancholic longing for an absent something or someone, often a place or a person that one loves and yearns for.

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Culture

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Nostalgia is a common theme in literature, music, and art, often evoking feelings of longing, melancholy, and wistfulness. It can be expressed through various mediums such as novels, poetry, films, and music.

How to Memorize "nostalgic"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a cozy cabin in the woods, surrounded by snow. Imagine yourself sitting by the fireplace, surrounded by old photographs and familiar smells. This is the feeling of nostalgia.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'nostalgia' with 'home' and 'memories'. Think of a time or place that brings you joy and happiness.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device by associating the word 'nostalgia' with 'not so good agony'. This can help you remember the meaning of the word.

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