Definition

Having a quality that is pleasant, imaginative, or ideal, often associated with a sense of fantasy or unreality.

Example

The sunset was even dreamier than I had imagined, with colors that seemed to glow.

Conversation

Have you seen the new park by the lake?

Yeah, it looks even dreamier than I expected!

I can't wait to go there during sunset.

It'll be perfect for some beautiful photos!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dreamier → It is formed from "dream" (from Old English *drēam*, meaning a series of thoughts, images, or emotions occurring during sleep) and "-ier" (a comparative suffix meaning more). The word "dreamier" means more dream-like or having more dreams than usual.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for a series of thoughts during sleep — that's what makes something "dreamier" or more dream-like.

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