Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
living-nightmare
noun
/ˈlɪvɪŋ ˈnaɪtˌmɛər/
Definition
A situation that is extremely unpleasant or distressing, often involving ongoing difficulties or hardships.
Examples
- After losing her job and going through a tough breakup, she felt like she was living a nightmare.
- The ongoing pandemic has turned daily life for many into a living nightmare.
Meaning
The term describes an experience that feels like a nightmare, but is happening in real life, creating continuous anxiety or suffering.
Synonyms
- hell
- ordeal
- nightmare scenario
- misery
