Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

like-a-dream

idiomatic expression
/ˈlaɪk ə drim/
Definition
A phrase used to describe something that seems unreal or extraordinary, often because it is exceedingly pleasant or beautiful.
Examples
  • The vacation was like-a-dream; I couldn’t believe my eyes as I watched the sunset over the ocean.
  • Winning the award felt like-a-dream, and I had to pinch myself to make sure it was real.
  • Her wedding day was like-a-dream, filled with laughter and joy.
Meaning
To experience something so delightful that it feels as if it is too good to be true, similar to a dream.
Synonyms
  • fantastic
  • unreal
  • magical
  • surreal