Definition

Similar to a daydream or having qualities of a daydream.

Example

The painting had a daydreamlike quality that made it feel surreal.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you ever had a moment that felt really daydreamlike?

Yeah, I get those feelings sometimes, especially when I'm at the beach.

Exactly! It’s like everything around you just fades away.

Right? Those moments are so peaceful and magical.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Daydreamlike → It is formed from "day" (from Old English "dæg", meaning the period of light between sunrise and sunset), "dream" (from Old English "drēam", meaning a series of thoughts, images, or emotions occurring during sleep), and "-like" (meaning resembling or characteristic of). The word "daydreamlike" describes something that resembles or is characteristic of a daydream, often evoking a sense of pleasant fantasy or reverie during the day.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'day' as the time of light and 'dream' as a series of thoughts, so 'daydreamlike' means something that resembles the pleasant thoughts you have during the day.

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