reminder

• Nom désignant un message, une expérience ou une personne qui aide quelqu'un à se souvenir de quelque chose ou à éviter une erreur.

A noun referring to a message, experience, or person that helps someone remember something or avoid a mistake.

1. Memory aidA2formal

   A message or notification that helps someone recall a task or event.

   rappel

   • I set a reminder on my phone for the dentist appointment.
   • She sent me a reminder about the meeting tomorrow.
   • The app sends daily reminders to drink water.

   Synonymescuehintmemomnemonicnotenudgeprompt

2. Triggering experienceB1formal

   An event or experience that brings a memory or feeling back to mind.

   Élément déclencheur de souvenir

   • The old song was a reminder of our summer together.
   • Seeing the school was a stark reminder of his childhood.
   • The smell of rain is a constant reminder of home.

   Synonymescueevocationpromptstimulustrigger

   Antonymesforgetfulnessoblivion

3. Cautionary figureB2formal

   A person or thing that serves as a warning to prevent a mistake from being repeated.

   Figure édifiante

   • His failure serves as a reminder to always double-check your work.
   • The accident was a grim reminder of the dangers of speeding.
   • She acts as a reminder to the team to follow safety protocols.

   Synonymesadmonisheradmonitioncautionobject lessonwarnerwarning