Definition

Something that resembles a dream, often feeling vague or unreal.

Example

The painting had a dreamlike quality that made it feel otherworldly.

Conversation

I had the most amazing dreamlike experience last night.

Oh really? What happened?

I was flying over a beautiful landscape that felt so surreal.

That sounds incredible! I love when dreams feel that vivid.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dreamlike → It is formed from "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 "dreamlike" describes something that resembles a dream or has qualities associated with dreams.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'resembles' ('-like') a 'series of thoughts or images during sleep' ('dream') — that's why dreamlike means having qualities of a dream.

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