nightmare
/ˈnaɪtmeɪr/Definitions
1. noun
A bad dream or a source of anxiety or fear.
“She had recurring nightmares about the accident.”
2. noun
A very unpleasant or difficult situation.
“His financial situation was a nightmare to manage.”
3. noun
A person or thing that causes anxiety or fear.
“The new boss was a nightmare for the team.”
4. verb
To cause someone to experience a bad dream or a source of anxiety or fear.
“The horror movie will nightmare most of its viewers.”
5. verb
To cause a very unpleasant or difficult situation.
“The traffic will nightmare the commuters tomorrow.”