recall-driven reasoning

noun phrase

UK /rɪˈkɔːl ˈdrɪvən ˈriːzənɪŋ/

US /rɪˈkɔːl ˈdrɪvən ˈriːzənɪŋ/

Thinking that starts by remembering things you already know.

Her recall-driven reasoning helped her answer the quiz question quickly.

SYNONYMS

memory-based reasoning retrieval-based thinking recollection-guided reasoning remembering-based logic

RELATED WORDS

memory recall reasoning knowledge retrieval cognition

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A problem-solving method that relies on pulling stored facts from memory before drawing conclusions.

The detective used recall-driven reasoning to connect the old case files.

3. In learning science, the process of strengthening understanding by actively retrieving information rather than rereading it.

Flashcards encourage recall-driven reasoning during study sessions.

4. A style of argument that depends heavily on past experience and remembered examples.

His recall-driven reasoning made him trust the plan because it had worked before.