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Meaning
A "fever dream" is a type of vivid and often disordered dream that occurs during a fever or illness. These dreams can be surreal, strange, and sometimes unsettling. They are characterized by bizarre imagery, confused thoughts, and can evoke strong emotions. Fever dreams are typically more intense than regular dreams and may feel disorienting or frightening.
Synonyms
- Hallucination
- Delirium
- Nightmarish vision
- Surreal dream
- Distorted dream
Antonyms
- Lucid dream
- Peaceful dream
- Calm vision
- Clear-minded experience
- Serene imagination
Etymology
The term "fever dream" combines the word "fever," which has Old English origins from "fēfrian," meaning to boil or bubble, reflecting the physical symptoms of an elevated body temperature, and "dream," derived from the Old English "drēam," meaning a joyful or pleasant vision or fantasy. The phrase captures the essence of dreams experienced during a time of physical distress.
Examples
- After a long night of high fever, I awoke confused, struggling to remember the bizarre fever dream I had.
- The fever dream blurred reality, making it difficult to distinguish between my surroundings and the surreal visions in my mind.
- Many describe their fever dreams as haunting, filled with strange figures and chaotic scenarios that felt all too real.
- She couldn't explain why the fever dream involved flying jellyfish, but it had left her feeling uneasy upon waking.
- Sometimes, fever dreams can provide insight into our subconscious fears or anxieties, manifested in twisted ways during sleep.