Synonyms of rapid eye movement

rapid eye movement

noun

as in dreaming

Related Words

• dreaming
• forty winks
• nap
• siesta
• oversleeping
• resting
• doze
• catnap
• rest
• wink
• napping
• snooze
• slumber
• slumbering
• drowse
• dozing
• bed
• sleep
• shut-eye
• catnapping
• snoozing
• repose
• z's

Dissimilar Words

• consciousness
• wake
• wakefulness
• insomnia
• sleeplessness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of rapid eye movement

When sleeping, the brain cycles through different stages, including light, deep and rapid eye movement, or REM. — Kaan Ozcan, NBC news, 4 Feb. 2026

This happens because sleep, especially rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, plays a central role in emotional regulation. — Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 1 Jan. 2026

While both species experience slow-wave and rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, dogs spend only around 10 percent of their rest in REM, compared to humans’ 25 percent. — Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Nov. 2025

Deep sleep and rapid eye movement sleep (REM) are especially crucial for memory, emotional regulation, and recovery. — Deanna Taylor, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025