daydreamer

Thân thiện

A child sits by the window, lost in thought as a daydreamer.

Definition

Noun: A person who frequently indulges in daydreaming; someone whose mind wanders to pleasant or wishful thoughts, often becoming inattentive to their immediate surroundings.

Usage

The word "daydreamer" is used to describe a person characterized by this habit. It can be neutral, gently critical, or sometimes affectionate, depending on context. It often implies a contrast with being practical or focused.

Examples

• She was such a daydreamer in class, always staring out the window.
• Don't be a daydreamer; pay attention to the road!
• His inventions began in the mind of a lifelong daydreamer.

Advanced Usage

• As a character trait: Often used to describe an artistic, creative, or introspective personality.
  • The poet was a celebrated daydreamer, finding inspiration in clouds and quiet moments.
• In a professional/educational context: Can imply a lack of focus or productivity.
  • The manager worried the team's daydreamer was missing crucial details.

Variants and Related Words

• Daydream (noun/verb): The act or instance of daydreaming.
  • She drifted into a pleasant daydream. (noun)
  • He would often daydream about traveling the world. (verb)
• Daydreamy (adjective): Having the quality of or inclined to daydream.
  • She had a soft, daydreamy expression.

Synonyms

• Dreamer
• Woolgatherer
• Fantasist
• Absent-minded person

Antonyms

• Realist
• Pragmatist
• Attentive person

Idioms and Related Phrases

• To have one's head in the clouds: An idiom with a very similar meaning to being a daydreamer, suggesting someone is not being practical or grounded.
  • You can't run a business with your head in the clouds.
• To be a million miles away: To be lost in thought and not paying attention.
  • I called his name three times, but he was a million miles away.

Học thuật

Noun

1. someone who indulges in idle or absentminded daydreaming

Từ đồng nghĩa

• woolgatherer