nightmare
(noun)
noun
1. a situation resembling a terrifying dream
Similar word(s): incubus
Definition categories: state, situation
2. a terrifying or deeply upsetting dream
Definition categories: thought, dream, dreaming
Sentences with nightmare as a noun:
- I had a nightmare that I tried to run but could neither move nor breathe.
- Cleaning up after identity theft can be a nightmare of phone calls and letters.