dreamworld
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Definition
Noun: 1. An idealized or fantastical realm: A pleasing country, situation, or state of mind that exists only in one's dreams, imagination, or fantasies, often serving as an escape from reality.
Usage
The noun "dreamworld" is used to describe a mental or conceptual space that is perfect, idyllic, or fantastical, contrasting with the real world. It often carries connotations of escapism, wishful thinking, or unrealistic idealism.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- "to be/live in a dreamworld": An idiom meaning to be out of touch with reality, holding unrealistic beliefs or hopes.
- If you think you can succeed without any hard work, you're living in a dreamworld.
Variants and Related Words
- Dreamland (n): A very similar term, often used interchangeably with "dreamworld" to mean a state of sleep or a fantasy realm.
- Fantasy world (n): A closely related term emphasizing imaginative fiction or personal fantasy.
- Utopia (n): An imagined place or state of things where everything is perfect (often used in political or social contexts, whereas "dreamworld" is more personal or psychological).
Synonyms
- Fantasy
- Reverie
- Illusion
- Pipe dream
Antonyms
- Reality
- Actuality
Noun
- a pleasing country existing only in dreams or imagination