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Nostalgia

Definition

Nostalgia is a sentimental longing or wistful affection for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Senses

Sense 1:

A feeling of nostalgia for a specific moment or period.

Example sentence: I often experience nostalgia when I listen to music from my teenage years.

Sense 2:

Longing or yearning for a location associated with fond memories.

Example sentence: Walking through the streets of my hometown filled me with nostalgia for my childhood.

Sense 3:

General sentimentality and affection for the past.

Example sentence: The vintage decor in the room evokes a sense of nostalgia and charm.

References

• Wikipedia
• Merriam-Webster