dreamer
UK: ˈdriːmə | US: ˈdriːmər
n. a person who dreams or frequently thinks about imaginative or unrealistic ideas
n. a person who aspires to achieve something ambitious or idealistic
The word "dreamer" combines "dream," derived from Old English drēam (originally meaning "joy, music," later evolving to "mental imagery during sleep"), with the agentive suffix "-er," indicating "one who does." Over time, "dreamer" shifted from literal sleep-related imagery to figurative aspirations, reflecting societal views of idealism and imagination.
She was always a dreamer, sketching futuristic cities in her notebook.
The inventor was dismissed as a dreamer until his prototype succeeded.
Young dreamers often challenge the status quo with bold visions.
He’s not just a dreamer—he turns ideas into actionable plans.
The novel’s protagonist is a dreamer who escapes reality through fantasy.