This is the 8328th most frequent Japanese word.
彷彿
"彷彿" means "reminiscent of" or "to vividly recall something."
彷彿 (to vividly recall) is used to describe the action of recollection of past memories associated strongly with an image or situation.
古い写真を見ると、昔の幸せな日々が彷彿として蘇ります。
Looking at the old photograph, memories of happy days come vividly to mind again.
彷彿 (to resemble or evoke) illustrates how a particular characteristic evokes association with someone/something similar.
彼の歌声は有名な歌手を彷彿とさせる。
His singing voice reminds one uncannily of a famous singer.
彷彿 (to bring to mind vividly) expresses the evocation of imagery or feelings associated with certain distinguished characteristics.