surreal
1 of 1adjective/səˈriəl/
Forms:more surreal,most surreal
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involving an unbelievable or dreamlike quality that feels unreal
- The surreal sight of the floating city left them speechless.
- Winning the championship felt surreal, like a dream come true.
- The sudden turn of events created a surreal atmosphere.
- Walking through the abandoned theme park was a surreal experience.
- Meeting his childhood idol in person was a surreal moment.
Synonyms:
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related to an artistic style that emphasizes the bizarre, dreamlike, or irrational, often blending reality with fantasy in unexpected ways
- The surreal style of painting uses distorted forms and illogical scenes to create a sense of mystery.
- Surreal photography captures unusual, dreamlike scenes that challenge perceptions of reality.
- The film's surreal style was marked by unusual transitions and impossible settings.
- Surreal art often challenges the viewer’s understanding of reality by combining the everyday with the fantastical.
- The surreal design of the building, with its gravity-defying structures, became a landmark in the city.