dream

1 of 2

noun

ˈdrēm

often attributive

: a series of thoughts, images, or emotions occurring during sleep

had a dream about climbing a mountain

gives me bad dreams

compare rem sleep

: an experience of waking life having the characteristics of a dream: such as

: a visionary (see visionary entry 1 sense 2a) creation of the imagination : daydream

the dreams of her youth

: a state of mind marked by abstraction or release from reality : reverie

walking around in a dream

: an object seen in a dreamlike state : vision

a man that was her dream come true

: something notable for its beauty, excellence, or enjoyable quality

the new car is a dream to operate

: a strongly desired goal or purpose

a dream of becoming president

: something that fully satisfies a wish : ideal

a meal that was a gourmet's dream

dreamful

ˈdrēm-fəl

adjective

dreamfully

ˈdrēm-fə-lē How to pronounce dream (audio)

adverb

dreamfulness noun

dreamless adjective

dreamlessly adverb

dreamlessness noun

dreamlike

ˈdrēm-ˌlīk How to pronounce dream (audio)

adjective

dream

2 of 2

verb

dreamed ˈdrem(p)t How to pronounce dream (audio)

ˈdrēmd

or dreamt ˈdrem(p)t How to pronounce dream (audio)

; dreaming ˈdrē-miŋ How to pronounce dream (audio)

intransitive verb

: to have a series of thoughts, images, or emotions while sleeping : to have a dream (see dream entry 1 sense 1)

doesn't recall dreaming last night

dream of departed loved ones

: to indulge in daydreams or fantasies

dreaming of a better future

: to appear tranquil or dreamy (see dreamy sense 3a)

houses dream in leafy shadows

Gladys Taber

transitive verb

: to have a dream of

dreamt that he was running in the woods

: to consider as a possibility : imagine

never dreamed I would become a teacher

: to pass (time) in reverie or inaction

dreaming the hours away

Did you know?

Not until the 13th century was our word dream used in the sense of “a series of thoughts, images, or emotions occurring during sleep.” The word itself is considerably older. In Old English dream means “joy,” “noise,” or “music.” Yet the change in meaning did not come from the development of a more specialized sense. Rather it appears that after many Scandinavian conflicts, conquests, and settlements in Britain the Old Norse draumr, meaning “a dream during sleep,” influenced the meaning of the etymologically related, English word. By the end of the 14th century the earlier meanings had been entirely replaced.

Example Sentences

Noun He had a dream about climbing a mountain. You were in my dream last night. I've found the man of my dreams. They succeeded beyond their wildest dreams. Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine it would be so much fun. If you think the work will be easy, you're living in a dream world. He has had a lifelong dream of becoming an actor. It's a dream of mine to own a house in the country. Tell me your hopes and dreams. Making it to the Olympics was a dream come true. Verb Did it really happen or did I just dream it? He tends to dream big but he never really does the things he dreams of doing. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

While growing their businesses, the couple are also building their dream home from the ground up.

Topher Gauk-roger, Peoplemag, 7 Sep. 2022 That is my dream, to one day have the voice of Streisand or Kristin Chenoweth or somebody who can really belt.

Rachel Syme, The New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2022 Our dream was to play onstage and to be able to provide for our families.

Griselda Flores, Billboard, 7 Sep. 2022 Westbrook experienced that kind of failure last season when his homecoming dream transformed into a nightmare.

Dylan Hernández, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2022 Her arts center was made possible with the help of some of her friends and colleagues, who stepped up when Allen wasn't sure if her dream to expand would work out.

Sara Sidner, CNN, 7 Sep. 2022 Cruz was a guy who refused to give up on his dream.

The Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2022 Not that the show at the City National Grove of Anaheim — one of several SoCal appearances this week by Costello, with and without Lowe in tow — needed its crowning dream-teaminess to come up aces.

Chris Willman, Variety, 2 Sep. 2022 Being positive and looking forward to another opportunity pushes Dyer toward his dream.

José M. Romero, The Arizona Republic, 31 Aug. 2022

Verb

Lance is a terrific athlete who can make runs and throws that Garoppolo can only dream of.

Ben Volin, BostonGlobe.com, 3 Sep. 2022 While the focus remains on helping those most in need, this is truly an unbelievable collection of bottles that most people only dream about getting their hands on.

Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2022 In The New York Times, Michelle Goldberg has congratulated the British and our system of parliamentary government on the expeditious way an unworthy head of government can be removed, something Americans can only dream of.

Geoffrey Wheatcroft, The New Republic, 9 Aug. 2022 Filmmaker Coodie has been following West since the advent of his career, so the doc contains the sort of intimate footage most music biographers can only dream about.

Aimée Lutkin, ELLE, 30 July 2022 Ventana Sur has also released bullish attendance figures for its most recent editions which other events in Latin America can only dream of.

John Hopewell, Variety, 4 July 2022 Fisher has a skin on the wall Kiffin and Leach could only dream of to this point — a national title at Florida State in 2013.

Brent Zwerneman, San Antonio Express-News, 17 May 2022 Those who dream of experiencing the luxurious feel of a hotel bed at home can make that wish come true with this duvet cover from Cuddledown.

Lexie Sachs, Good Housekeeping, 26 Aug. 2022 The Highwood Bodhi Pergola and Weatherly Swing Set is made for those who dream of spending some leisurely time rocking back and forth outdoors.

Samantha S. Thorpe, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 July 2022 See More

Kids Definition

dream 1 of 2

noun

ˈdrēm

: a series of thoughts or visions that occur during sleep

: daydream entry 1

: something very pleasing Our vacation was a dream.

: a goal that is wished for It's her dream to travel.

dream

2 of 2

verb

dreamed

ˈdremt,

ˈdrēmd

or dreamt

ˈdremt

; dreaming

ˈdrē-miŋ

: to have a series of thoughts or visions while sleeping

: to spend time having daydreams

: to think of as happening or possible

I dream of a better world.

Medical Definition

dream 1 of 2

noun

ˈdrēm

often attributive

: a series of thoughts, images, or emotions occurring during sleep and especially during REM sleep compare daydream

dream

2 of 2

verb

ˈdrēm

dreamed ˈdrem(p)t How to pronounce dream (audio)

ˈdrēmd

or dreamt ˈdrem(p)t How to pronounce dream (audio)

; dreaming ˈdrē-miŋ How to pronounce dream (audio)

intransitive verb

: to have a dream

: to indulge in daydreams or fantasies

transitive verb

: to have a dream of

单词	dreamed
释义	dream 1 of 2 noun ˈdrēm often attributive 1 : a series of thoughts, images, or emotions occurring during sleep had a dream about climbing a mountain gives me bad dreams compare rem sleep 2 : an experience of waking life having the characteristics of a dream: such as a : a visionary (see visionary entry 1 sense 2a) creation of the imagination : daydream the dreams of her youth b : a state of mind marked by abstraction or release from reality : reverie walking around in a dream c : an object seen in a dreamlike state : vision a man that was her dream come true 3 : something notable for its beauty, excellence, or enjoyable quality the new car is a dream to operate 4 a : a strongly desired goal or purpose a dream of becoming president b : something that fully satisfies a wish : ideal a meal that was a gourmet's dream dreamful ˈdrēm-fəl adjective dreamfully ˈdrēm-fə-lē adverb dreamfulness noun dreamless adjective dreamlessly adverb dreamlessness noun dreamlike ˈdrēm-ˌlīk adjective dream 2 of 2 verb dreamed ˈdrem(p)t ˈdrēmd or dreamt ˈdrem(p)t ; dreaming ˈdrē-miŋ intransitive verb 1 : to have a series of thoughts, images, or emotions while sleeping : to have a dream (see dream entry 1 sense 1) doesn't recall dreaming last night dream of departed loved ones 2 : to indulge in daydreams or fantasies dreaming of a better future 3 : to appear tranquil or dreamy (see dreamy sense 3a) houses dream in leafy shadows Gladys Taber transitive verb 1 : to have a dream of dreamt that he was running in the woods 2 : to consider as a possibility : imagine never dreamed I would become a teacher 3 : to pass (time) in reverie or inaction dreaming the hours away Phrases dream of : to consider possible or fitting wouldn't dream of disturbing you Did you know? Not until the 13th century was our word dream used in the sense of “a series of thoughts, images, or emotions occurring during sleep.” The word itself is considerably older. In Old English dream means “joy,” “noise,” or “music.” Yet the change in meaning did not come from the development of a more specialized sense. Rather it appears that after many Scandinavian conflicts, conquests, and settlements in Britain the Old Norse draumr, meaning “a dream during sleep,” influenced the meaning of the etymologically related, English word. By the end of the 14th century the earlier meanings had been entirely replaced. Synonyms Noun chimera conceit daydream delusion fancy fantasy phantasy figment hallucination illusion nonentity phantasm fantasm pipe dream unreality vision Verb conceit [chiefly dialect] conceive conjure (up) envisage envision fancy fantasize fantasy feature ideate image imagine picture see vision visualize See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Noun He had a dream about climbing a mountain. You were in my dream last night. I've found the man of my dreams. They succeeded beyond their wildest dreams. Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine it would be so much fun. If you think the work will be easy, you're living in a dream world. He has had a lifelong dream of becoming an actor. It's a dream of mine to own a house in the country. Tell me your hopes and dreams. Making it to the Olympics was a dream come true. Verb Did it really happen or did I just dream it? He tends to dream big but he never really does the things he dreams of doing. See More Recent Examples on the Web Noun While growing their businesses, the couple are also building their dream home from the ground up. Topher Gauk-roger, Peoplemag, 7 Sep. 2022 That is my dream, to one day have the voice of Streisand or Kristin Chenoweth or somebody who can really belt. Rachel Syme, The New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2022 Our dream was to play onstage and to be able to provide for our families. Griselda Flores, Billboard, 7 Sep. 2022 Westbrook experienced that kind of failure last season when his homecoming dream transformed into a nightmare. Dylan Hernández, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2022 Her arts center was made possible with the help of some of her friends and colleagues, who stepped up when Allen wasn't sure if her dream to expand would work out. Sara Sidner, CNN, 7 Sep. 2022 Cruz was a guy who refused to give up on his dream. The Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2022 Not that the show at the City National Grove of Anaheim — one of several SoCal appearances this week by Costello, with and without Lowe in tow — needed its crowning dream-teaminess to come up aces. Chris Willman, Variety, 2 Sep. 2022 Being positive and looking forward to another opportunity pushes Dyer toward his dream. José M. Romero, The Arizona Republic, 31 Aug. 2022 Verb Lance is a terrific athlete who can make runs and throws that Garoppolo can only dream of. Ben Volin, BostonGlobe.com, 3 Sep. 2022 While the focus remains on helping those most in need, this is truly an unbelievable collection of bottles that most people only dream about getting their hands on. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2022 In The New York Times, Michelle Goldberg has congratulated the British and our system of parliamentary government on the expeditious way an unworthy head of government can be removed, something Americans can only dream of. Geoffrey Wheatcroft, The New Republic, 9 Aug. 2022 Filmmaker Coodie has been following West since the advent of his career, so the doc contains the sort of intimate footage most music biographers can only dream about. Aimée Lutkin, ELLE, 30 July 2022 Ventana Sur has also released bullish attendance figures for its most recent editions which other events in Latin America can only dream of. John Hopewell, Variety, 4 July 2022 Fisher has a skin on the wall Kiffin and Leach could only dream of to this point — a national title at Florida State in 2013. Brent Zwerneman, San Antonio Express-News, 17 May 2022 Those who dream of experiencing the luxurious feel of a hotel bed at home can make that wish come true with this duvet cover from Cuddledown. Lexie Sachs, Good Housekeeping, 26 Aug. 2022 The Highwood Bodhi Pergola and Weatherly Swing Set is made for those who dream of spending some leisurely time rocking back and forth outdoors. Samantha S. Thorpe, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 July 2022 See More Word History Etymology Noun and Verb Middle English dreem, from Old English drēam noise, joy, and Old Norse draumr dream; akin to Old High German troum dream First Known Use Noun 13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Verb 14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1 Phrases Containing dream American dream dream away dream catcher dream come true dream on pipe dream like a dream the American dream wet dream dream team bad dream dream up never/not dream of dream vision wouldn't dream of it dream of would never dream of See More American dream dream away dream catcher dream come true dream on pipe dream like a dream the American dream wet dream dream team bad dream dream up never/not dream of dream vision wouldn't dream of it dream of would never dream of See More Kids Definition dream 1 of 2 noun ˈdrēm 1 : a series of thoughts or visions that occur during sleep 2 : daydream entry 1 3 : something very pleasing Our vacation was a dream. 4 : a goal that is wished for It's her dream to travel. dream 2 of 2 verb dreamed ˈdremt, ˈdrēmd or dreamt ˈdremt ; dreaming ˈdrē-miŋ 1 : to have a series of thoughts or visions while sleeping 2 : to spend time having daydreams 3 : to think of as happening or possible I dream of a better world. Medical Definition dream 1 of 2 noun ˈdrēm often attributive : a series of thoughts, images, or emotions occurring during sleep and especially during REM sleep compare daydream dream 2 of 2 verb ˈdrēm dreamed ˈdrem(p)t ˈdrēmd or dreamt ˈdrem(p)t ; dreaming ˈdrē-miŋ intransitive verb 1 : to have a dream 2 : to indulge in daydreams or fantasies transitive verb : to have a dream of dreamed verb variants or dreamt past tense of dream as in imagined to form a mental picture of I dreamed that I was living on that proverbial desert island in the South Pacific Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance imagined envisioned saw fantasized visioned envisaged fancied visualized fantasied pictured mused conceived contemplated reflected daydreamed featured conceited imaged ideated pondered hallucinated reminisced relived planned invented conjured (up) ruminated concocted recreated stargazed meditated foresaw projected manufactured re-created prefigured made up fabricated
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