Definitions

1. noun

A state of being lost in thought, often daydreaming or in a dreamy or abstracted state, especially one of pleasant or idyllic nature.

“She slipped into a state of reverie, lost in thought as she strolled along the beach.”

2. noun

A recurring dream or a series of dreams, especially one that is pleasant or idyllic.

“The poet’s reverie was filled with images of his childhood, which inspired many of his works.”

3. verb

To be lost in thought or daydreaming, often in a pleasant or idyllic state.

“The artist would often reverie while painting, lost in her own world of creativity.”