Dreamlike: meaning, definitions and examples

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dreamlike

[ ˈdriːmˌlaɪk ]

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in a surreal setting

resembling or characteristic of a dream; having a magical or unreal quality

Synonyms

ethereal, fantastical, surreal

Examples of usage

The movie had a dreamlike quality, with surreal visuals and fantastical creatures.
She described the scene as dreamlike, with colors blending together in a haze of beauty.

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fantasy-like

having an otherworldly or fantastic quality, as if from a dream

Synonyms

enchanted, fantasy-like, whimsical

Examples of usage

The forest had a dreamlike atmosphere, with twisted trees and glowing mushrooms.
Her paintings often depict dreamlike landscapes filled with mythical creatures.

Translations

Translations of the word "dreamlike" in other languages:

🇵🇹 onírico

🇮🇳 सपनों जैसा

🇩🇪 traumhaft

🇮🇩 seperti mimpi

🇺🇦 сновидний

🇵🇱 jak ze snu

🇯🇵 夢のような

🇫🇷 onirique

🇪🇸 onírico

🇹🇷 rüya gibi

🇰🇷 꿈 같은

🇸🇦 مثل الحلم

🇨🇿 snový

🇸🇰 snový

🇨🇳 梦幻般的

🇸🇮 sanjav

🇮🇸 draumkenntur

🇰🇿 түс көргендей

🇬🇪 სიზმრეული

🇦🇿 yuxu kimi

🇲🇽 onírico

Word origin

The word 'dreamlike' originates from the combination of 'dream' and 'like', suggesting something resembling or characteristic of a dream. It first appeared in the English language in the late 19th century, reflecting the fascination with dreams and the subconscious mind during the Romantic and Symbolist movements in art and literature.