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Synonyms & Similar Words
imaginative
fanciful
visionary
romantic
ethereal
otherworldly
unreal
vague
hazy
indistinct
fuzzy
distant
far-off
abstract
unrealistic
idealistic
quixotic
fantastical
mythical
mystical
hypnotic
mesmerizing
enchanting
captivating
spellbinding
charming
alluring
enticing
seductive
sleepy
drowsy
lethargic
languid
lackluster
uninspired
unenthusiastic
apathetic
disinterested
distracted
absent-minded
preoccupied
moody
introspective
contemplative
pensive
brooding
melancholic
wistful
nostalgic
sentimental
dreamlike
surreal
hallucinatory
psychedelic
euphoric
ecstatic
blissful
heavenly
sublime
transcendent
heavenly
celestial
Meaning of Dreamy
The primary meaning of "dreamy" refers to having a quality that is reminiscent of a dream, often characterized by a sense of vagueness, unreality, or an otherworldly quality.
Definitions
- Giving a sense of being in a dream or as if in a trance, characterized by a lack of sharpness or clarity
- * Having a quality that is idealized or romanticized, often to the point of being unrealistic
- * Having a disoriented or distracted air, often due to a lack of sleep or a preoccupation with one's thoughts
Etymology of Dreamy
The word "dreamy" has its roots in the Old English word "drēam", which referred to a dream or vision, and the suffix "-y", which is used to form adjectives
The word has been in use since the 14th century, initially to describe something that is reminiscent of a dream, and later to describe someone who is distracted or disoriented
Example Uses
- The dreamy landscape of the painting seemed to transport me to another world
- * She had a dreamy expression on her face, as if she were lost in thought
- * The dreamy quality of the music made it perfect for relaxation
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
realistic
practical
down-to-earth
pragmatic
sensible
rational
logical
clear-headed
alert
awake
attentive
focused
sharp
keen
perceptive
discerning
astute
shrewd
hard-nosed
cynical
skeptical
disbelieving
incredulous
doubting
pessimistic
gloomy
dismal
somber
melancholic
despondent
hopeless
despairing
cynical
world-weary
jaded
blasé
unromantic
unidealistic
uninspired
unenthusiastic