Definition

Not having any dreams during sleep.

Example

After a long day, I fell into a deep, dreamless sleep.

Conversation

I had such a strange night; I barely slept and was dreamless all night.

That sounds rough! How do you feel now?

I feel a bit tired, but at least I know I'll sleep better tonight.

Definitely! Hopefully, you’ll have some good dreams to make up for it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dreamless → It is formed from "dream" (from Old English *drēam*, meaning a series of thoughts, images, or emotions occurring during sleep) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "dreamless" means without dreams or lacking dreams during sleep.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') any 'thoughts or images' ('dream') while sleeping — that's what dreamless means.

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