Word NIGHTMARE: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

nightmare

🇺🇸 [ˈnaɪtˌmɛr]

Meanings

A frightening or unpleasant dream, often causing feelings of fear or distress. It can also refer to a terrifying or difficult experience in real life.

Examples

• He woke up in the middle of a nightmare.
• The idea of failing the exam was his worst nightmare.
• She had a nightmare about being trapped in a dark place.

Synonyms

terror • fright • horror

Antonyms

dream • delight • comfort