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प्रस्मृत

adjective

प्रस्मृत meaning in English

recalled; remembered

Detailed Explanation

A literary or formal adjective derived from the Sanskrit root 'smṛ' (to remember), indicating that something has been brought back to mind or is being recalled. It is primarily used in classical, religious, or high-register Hindi texts rather than in everyday colloquial speech.

📝 Cultural Context

This word is archaic and highly formal. In modern Indian English contexts, it is rarely used in spoken language and is typically found in translations of Sanskrit literature, religious texts, or formal academic writing. The prefix 'pra-' adds an intensifying or directional nuance to the root 'smṛ'.

Example Sentences

वह प्रस्मृत घटना उसे आज भी याद है।
He still remembers that recalled incident today.
पुराणों में प्रस्मृत देवी-देवताओं का वर्णन है।
The Puranas describe the gods and goddesses who are recalled/mentioned therein.

Synonyms

स्मृत उल्लेखित याद किया गया

Antonyms

विस्मृत भुलाया गया