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oneiric

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /oʊˈnɪrɪk/

KK: /oʊˈnɪrɪk/

adjective
Definition

Relating to dreams or having qualities that are dream-like.


Example

The film had an oneiric quality that made it feel surreal and enchanting.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever had an oneiric experience that felt so real?
Sloth B
Definitely! I once dreamed I was flying over a city.
Sloth A
Those dreams are the best, especially when they're so oneiric.
Sloth B
I agree! It’s like living in a movie for a night.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
dreamlike
fantastic
ethereal
Antonyms
realistic
literal
mundane
Root Explanation

Oneiric is derived from "oneiros" (meaning dream) in Greek. The word refers to anything related to dreams or the dream state.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word for dream, 'oneiros', to remember that 'oneiric' relates to dreams.

Visually Confused Words
moneric
onirotic
monergic
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