dreamy

adjective

ˈdrē-mē How to pronounce dreamy (audio)
Definition of dreamynext
1
as in delightful
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses a beach resort that is a perfectly dreamy place to relax

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2
as in relaxing
tending to calm the emotions and relieve stress the kind of dreamy music I want after a hard day at work

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Recent Examples of dreamy The song is a dreamy barn-raiser, hoisting this premise on warm guitar tones and a plaintive tone that proves a through-line throughout the record. — Linnie Greene, Pitchfork, 20 Oct. 2026 The rapper’s makeup was soft and dreamy, featuring an impactful pink blush that brightened the face and pink glossy lips lined with a darker pencil for definition. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 18 Oct. 2026 Styled by Law Roach, who shared details about the archival look on X, Kardashian wore a dreamy strapless Balenciaga gown from 1951. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 18 Oct. 2026 However, the dreamy collaboration could be shelved or possibly land on Eminem’s new album. — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dreamy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dreamy
  1. delightful
  2. relaxing
  3. delicious
  4. soothing
  5. pleasant
  6. comforting
  7. sweet
  8. hypnotic
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  • The orange zest added into the frosting adds a bit of brightness that punches up this delightful dessert.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Together the duo enjoy scaring themselves into a teeth-chattering but delightful evening.
    — Liz Rosenberg, The Conversation, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of delightful
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  • In general, the reduction of decision-making to easy choices was, for me, possibly the most relaxing element of all.
    — Kate Berlant, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Expansive exterior decks and a generous flybridge create space for entertaining, relaxing, or even exercising in the great outdoors.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of relaxing
Adjective
  • This recipe for double crust apple pie delivers a mix of tart and sweet along with cinnamon that is crispy, delicious and is worth the indulgence.
    — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Refrigerated tortellini is one of the fastest ways to turn plain broth into a satiating, delicious meal.
    — Danielle Bouchard, Martha Stewart, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of delicious
Adjective
  • The recipe calls for plenty of seaweed, rich in nourishing minerals, and is deeply soothing and hydrating.
    — Trinity Mouzon Wofford, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Cool lighting can appear brighter and attention-grabbing, but warm lighting is more soothing on the eyes.
    — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of soothing
Adjective
  • Jacaranda trees bloom in purple across the city’s streets and parks, making wandering between neighborhoods in search of milongas (tango dance halls) especially pleasant.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 26 Oct. 2026
  • In a world of endless technical advancement, who could have predicted that the greatest luxury of all would be a pleasant conversation with a human?
    — Anna van Praagh, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of pleasant
Adjective
  • The songs, decorations and rituals that once felt comforting can quietly tie themselves to painful experiences in your brain, which is why familiar cues sometimes trigger sadness instead of joy.
    — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Maque Choux Easily made with fresh or frozen sweet corn, this creamy Creole dish is a fast, comforting weeknight dinner.
    — Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of comforting
Adjective
  • Soft, sweet and dusted with sugar, pan de muerto, the bread of the dead, is a traditional Mexican bread made for Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead.
    — Daniela Cintron, AJC.com, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Related Earlier this month, the group’s label, HYBE x Geffen, stated that Laforteza would return to the stage in January, which would be sweet timing for the Asia run.
    — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of sweet
Adjective
  • Combining established research on what makes babies happy with the results of infant focus groups, the catchy melody, walking bassline and playful lyrics are almost hypnotic, stopping nascent meltdowns in their tracks.
    — Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The hypnotic moment when cream meets iced coffee, bottled up in a manicure.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of hypnotic

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