Definition

Related to the state of drowsiness just before falling asleep.

Example

The hypnogogic images I saw as I drifted off were vivid and strange.

Conversation

I had the strangest dream last night; it was so hypnogogic.

Those kinds of dreams can be really intense! What happened?

I felt like I was drifting in and out of reality, almost like I was half-awake.

That sounds fascinating! I've read about hypnogogic experiences being super vivid.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hypnogogic is formed from "hypnos" (meaning sleep) and "agōgos" (meaning leading or inducing). The term describes something that induces or leads to sleep, often referring to the transitional state between wakefulness and sleep.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hypnos' as related to sleep and 'agōgos' as leading — this helps you remember that hypnogogic refers to something that leads you into sleep.

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