CultureAugust 22, 2026

oneiric

oh-NEER-ik

Definition

Relating to, resembling, or suggestive of dreams; dreamlike.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'oneiros', meaning 'dream'. It entered English in the 19th century to describe phenomena that possess the irrational or vivid characteristics of a dream.

In the news

The festival jury used this term to praise Ana Urushadze's film for its surreal, dreamlike quality in blending ordinary life with fantastical elements. It highlights the film's unique, subconscious, or otherworldly atmosphere.

Sandra Wollner’s ‘Everytime’ Wins Best Film in Sarajevo, Ana Urushadze Crowned Best Director

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The Hollywood Reporter

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