Daydreaming: meaning, definitions and examples

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daydreaming

[ ˈdeɪdriːmɪŋ ]

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lost in

A series of pleasant thoughts that distract one's attention from the present moment.

Synonyms

fantasizing, mind wandering, wandering thoughts

Examples of usage

She was daydreaming about her upcoming vacation.
His daydreaming often caused him to miss important details in class.

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about

To indulge in pleasant fantasies about something unlikely to happen.

Synonyms

dream, fantasize, imagine

Examples of usage

She spent the afternoon daydreaming about becoming a famous singer.
He was daydreaming about winning the lottery.

Translations

Translations of the word "daydreaming" in other languages:

🇵🇹 devaneio

🇮🇳 सपने देखना

🇩🇪 Tagträumen

🇮🇩 berkhayal

🇺🇦 мрійливість

🇵🇱 marzenie na jawie

🇯🇵 白昼夢

🇫🇷 rêverie

🇪🇸 soñar despierto

🇹🇷 hayal kurma

🇰🇷 몽상

🇸🇦 أحلام اليقظة

🇨🇿 snění za dne

🇸🇰 snívanie za bieleho dňa

🇨🇳 白日梦

🇸🇮 sanjarjenje

🇮🇸 dagdreymi

🇰🇿 қиялдау

🇬🇪 ოცნება

🇦🇿 xəyal qurmaq

🇲🇽 soñar despierto

Word origin

The word 'daydreaming' originated in the 19th century, combining 'day' and 'dream'. Daydreaming has been a common human experience throughout history, often associated with creativity and escapism. It is a natural part of the human imagination and cognitive processes, allowing individuals to explore alternative realities and possibilities.