memoir

noun
UK: /ˈmem.wɑːr/
US: /ˈmem.wɑːr/

  1. A book or piece of writing in which someone describes their life or experiences.

    1. She wrote a short memoir.
    2. His memoir provides insights into his political career and personal struggles.

  2. An account of one's personal life and experiences; autobiography.

    1. This memoir tells her life story.
    2. The author's memoir explores themes of identity, loss, and resilience through vivid storytelling.

Synonyms

autobiography life story

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "memoir" in English means: A book or piece of writing in which someone describes their life or experiences., An account of one's personal life and experiences; autobiography..

The phonetic transcription of "memoir" is /ˈmem.wɑːr/ in British English and /ˈmem.wɑːr/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "memoir": autobiography, life story.

Example usage of "memoir": "She wrote a short memoir.". More examples on the page.