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Daydreamed Meaning in English

word · lemma: daydream

ˈdeɪˌdɹimd
DAY-dreemd
dˈeɪdɹiːmd
day-DREEMD

Definition

To think pleasant thoughts or imagine things while awake, usually instead of paying attention to what is happening around you.

Usage & Nuances

'Daydream' is usually informal and often used in the past ('daydreamed'). Common with 'about' or 'of': 'daydreamed about traveling'. It implies being distracted. Not the same as 'dream' (which can mean while sleeping).

Example Sentences

She daydreamed about living in a big house.

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I daydreamed in class instead of listening to the teacher.

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He daydreamed of becoming famous one day.

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Sorry, I totally daydreamed and missed what you just said.

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She often daydreamed at her desk, thinking about her next vacation.

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We sat on the grass and daydreamed about the future.

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