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Definitions from the WebHypnopompicDefinition:(adjective) Pertaining to the state immediately following sleep; relating to the period of time when one is waking up. Sense 1:Usage: Psychology (noun) A hypnopompic state; the transition between sleep and wakefulness. Example sentence: During the hypnopompic state, he experienced vivid dreams blending with reality. Sense 2:Usage: Sleep research (adjective) Describing the hallucinations, illusions, or unusual experiences occurring upon waking up from sleep. Example sentence: Hypnopompic hallucinations can often be disturbing, but they are harmless and vanish shortly after waking up. Sense 3:Usage: Psychiatry (adjective) Relating to the symptoms experienced during the waking period just after a nightmare or sleep terror. Example sentence: The hypnopompic episodes she encountered after nightmares left her feeling anxious and disoriented. Sense 4:Usage: Local (adjective) Referring to anything specific to a particular locality or region. Example sentence: The small town's hypnopompic traditions, such as morning parades, were cherished by its residents. Related Products: | ||||
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