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Meaning of Dreams

A series of thoughts, images, or sensations occurring during sleep or strong hopes for the future.

In simple words: Thoughts and images seen during sleep or hopes for the future.

Dreams in a sentence

  • She had vivid dreams about her childhood during her nap.
  • Many people chase their dreams in hopes of achieving success.
  • In her dreams, she often travels to fantastic places.
  • His dreams of becoming an artist motivate him every day.
  • Last night, I remembered my dreams very clearly; they were so unusual.
  • They often discuss their dreams and aspirations over coffee.
  • Dreams can reflect our deepest desires or fears.
  • After reading the book, she had dreams about the main character.

How to use Dreams

Use 'dream' for sleep-related contexts and 'dreams' for aspirations or hopes. Suitable in both informal and formal situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'reams' of paper filled with story ideas that you dream up.

Related words

Collocations with Dreams

  • follow your dreams
  • recurring dreams
  • dreams come true
  • dreams and aspirations
  • interpret dreams

Synonyms for Dreams

  • visions
  • fantasies
  • aspirations
  • daydreams
  • reveries

Opposites of Dreams

Common mistakes with Dreams

  • Confused with 'nightmare' which refers specifically to bad dreams.
  • Using 'dreams' as a verb instead of the noun form.
  • Mixing up literal dreams with metaphorical interpretations.

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Frequently asked questions about Dreams

What does Dreams mean?

Thoughts and images seen during sleep or hopes for the future.

What is the definition of Dreams?

A series of thoughts, images, or sensations occurring during sleep or strong hopes for the future.

How do you use Dreams in a sentence?

She had vivid dreams about her childhood during her nap.

Can you give another example of Dreams?

Many people chase their dreams in hopes of achieving success.

What are synonyms for Dreams?

Common alternatives include visions, fantasies, aspirations, daydreams, reveries.

What is the opposite of Dreams?

Opposite meanings include nightmare, reality, factuality.

What words go with Dreams?

It commonly pairs with follow your dreams, recurring dreams, dreams come true, dreams and aspirations, interpret dreams.

What are common mistakes when using Dreams?

Confused with 'nightmare' which refers specifically to bad dreams. Using 'dreams' as a verb instead of the noun form. Mixing up literal dreams with metaphorical interpretations.

How do you pronounce Dreams?

US: //drimz//, UK: //driːmz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Dreams?

Use 'dream' for sleep-related contexts and 'dreams' for aspirations or hopes. Suitable in both informal and formal situations.