Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hypnagogic
Adjective
/hɪpˈnæɡ.ə.dʒɪk/
Definition
Relating to the state immediately before falling asleep.
Examples
- The hypnagogic experiences often include vivid dreams and auditory hallucinations.
- During the hypnagogic state, I sometimes feel as if I’m floating above my bed.
- She wrote her best ideas during the hypnagogic moments just before sleep.
Meaning
Hypnagogic refers to the transitional phase between wakefulness and sleep, where a person may experience unique sensations, thoughts, or images.
Synonyms
- Pre-sleep
- Hypnagogical
- Dreamlike
