myesthesia

/maɪˈɛstɛziə/

Definitions

1. noun

a rare or obsolete term for a state of being in a dream-like or trance-like state, often accompanied by sensations or perceptions that are not based in reality

“The patient’s myesthesia made it difficult for the doctor to determine the cause of her hallucinations.”

Synonyms

  • somnambulism
  • trance

Antonyms

  • awakeness
  • sobriety