Definition of Nightmare
Nightmare
Night·mare
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A frightening or unpleasant dream or experience
e.g. The horror movie gave me a nightmare that lasted for weeks
(noun)
a scary and frightening dream;
e.g. I had such a bad nightmare last night that I woke up and started crying.
(noun)
something or someone that is difficult to deal with;
e.g. Driving can be a nightmare if you haven't gotten enough sleep!
(noun)
(formerly) an evil spirit that oppressed people in their sleep;
e.g. The nightmare attacked her in her dreams again and she awoke, sweating profusely.
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