Nightmare

usgb/ˈnaɪtmer/
noun

A scary dream.

I had a nightmare about a ghost last night.
Visual representation of "nightmare" - A scary dream

Often appears as...

  • have a nightmare
  • nightmare about
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Emotional Impact

Nightmares can evoke strong emotions that may linger after waking up.

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I woke up shaking from a nightmare.
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Recurrent Themes

Some nightmares are repeated with similar themes or scenarios.

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She keeps having nightmares about falling.
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Metaphoric Use

'Nightmare' can describe real situations that feel as bad as scary dreams.

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This traffic jam is a nightmare!
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