Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Semantic memory refers to our general knowledge about the world, including facts, concepts, and ideas that are not linked to specific personal experiences.
Related terms
Declarative Memory: This is the type of long-term memory that contains knowledge related to 'what' things are. It includes both semantic and episodic memory.