Synonyms for Remember

Definition of remember

verb
  1. recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection; "I can't remember saying any such thing"; "I can't think what her last name was"; "can you remember her phone number?"; "Do you remember that he once loved you?"; "call up memories"
  2. keep in mind for attention or consideration; "Remember the Alamo"; "Remember to call your mother every day!"; "Think of the starving children in India!"
  3. recapture the past; indulge in memories; "he remembered how he used to pick flowers"

8 synonyms found

Writing tips for "remember"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like commemorate, commend, recall can replace "remember" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

With 8 alternatives available, "remember" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.

"Remember" in song lyrics

See how remember is used in real songs:

  • "Let's make this night one to remember"
    2 Live Crew f/ KC, Freak Nasty — 2 Live Party
  • "Remember"
    4 Deep — Real
  • "So we pulled off..ya remember?"
    504 Boyz — Beefing

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