Definition

The condition of not having dreams during sleep.

Example

After a long day, she fell into a deep sleep of dreamlessness.

Conversation

Have you ever experienced that feeling of dreamlessness during a night of sleep?

Yes, I have! It's strange to wake up and realize you didn't dream at all.

Right? Sometimes I wonder what causes that state of dreamlessness.

Maybe it's just a sign that your mind needed a break.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dreamlessness → It is formed from "dream" (from Old English *drēam*, meaning a series of thoughts, images, or emotions occurring during sleep) and "-lessness" (meaning without). The word "dreamlessness" refers to the state of being without dreams.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-lessness') any 'thoughts or images during sleep' ('dream') — that's what dreamlessness means.

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