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episodic memory

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A type of long-term, declarative memory in which memories are stored of personal experiences that are tied to particular times and places.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

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noun

Meaning 2

The system of the brain which stores personal memories and the concept of self.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

Topics: human-sciences, psychology, sciences

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noun

Meaning 3

memory for episodes in your own life

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Synonyms: personal memory

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: long-term memory, LTM

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Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: episodinen muisti — Translations
  • Finnish: tapahtumamuisti — Translations
  • Finnish: elämäkertamuisti — Translations
  • French: mémoire épisodique — Translations
  • Polish: pamięć epizodyczna — Translations