dreamers

word · lemma: dreamer

Definition

People who imagine or hope for things that are not real yet, or who have big ideas for the future.

Usage & Nuances

Mostly used in a positive or poetic sense for people who have big hopes or creative visions. Can describe both children and adults. In the U.S., sometimes refers specifically to young undocumented immigrants (the 'DREAMers').

Example Sentences

Many dreamers believe in a better world.

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My friends are all dreamers.

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Children are natural dreamers.

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The world needs more dreamers who never give up.

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Some dreamers act, and some just imagine.

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People called us dreamers, but we proved them wrong.

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