dreamer

American  

[dree-mer] / ˈdri mər /

noun

1. a person who dreams.

   The dream provides insights into the interior life of the dreamer, or so say many psychotherapists.

2. a person who lives in a world of fantasy; one who is impractical and unrealistic.

   The phrase "economically illiterate" has long been used to smear leftists as unrealistic utopian dreamers.

3. a person whose ideas or projects are considered audacious or highly speculative; visionary.

   Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., was considered a dreamer—and what a wonderful dream it is!

4. Usually Dreamer Sometimes DREAMer a person who qualifies for DACA or the Dream Act.

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dreamer British  

/ ˈdriːmə /

noun

1. a person who dreams habitually

2. a person who lives in or escapes to a world of fantasy or illusion; escapist

3. archaic a prophet; visionary

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Etymology

Origin of dreamer

First recorded in 1250–1300; dreamer def. 4 first recorded in 2010–15; Middle English; dream, -er ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

So it is all the more affecting that for this charming last novel, he left us with a dreamer.

From The Wall Street Journal

"These were fascinating examples to witness because they showed how dreamers can follow instructions, and dreams can be influenced by sounds during sleep, even without lucidity."

From Science Daily

It makes more sense that the feeling of family promised by rock touring life would appeal to Charlie Brown; it often calls to creative dreamers and outcasts with a subconscious need to belong.

From Los Angeles Times

“Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie” is about a pair of hopeless dreamers, though not all such types are created equal.

From The Wall Street Journal

"If you are a creative thinker with a practical approach, or a dreamer with a thoughtful and achievable vision, we would love to hear from you," the park said.

From BBC

Related Words

• idealist