memoir Definition
- 1a historical account or biography written from personal knowledge or special sources
- 2an essay or monograph, as on a specialized topic
Using memoir: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "memoir" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She wrote a memoir about her time in the war.
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The book is a memoir of his life in politics.
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The author's memoirs were published posthumously.
memoir Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for memoir
Phrases with memoir
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Her childhood memoir recounts her early years growing up in rural America.
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His travel memoir details his adventures backpacking through Europe.
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The actor's celebrity memoir became a bestseller soon after its release.
Origins of memoir
from French 'mémoire', meaning 'memory'
Summary: memoir in Brief
A 'memoir' [mem-wahr, -wawr] is a historical account or biography written from personal knowledge or special sources. It can also refer to an essay or monograph on a specialized topic. Examples include 'She wrote a memoir about her time in the war' and 'The book is a memoir of his life in politics.' Memoirs can be categorized into types such as 'childhood memoir,' 'travel memoir,' and 'celebrity memoir.'
