oneirism /ə(ʊ)ˈnʌɪɹɪzəm/ noun2 •A state of abnormal consciousness in which dream-like experiences and hallucinations happen while awake. •(rare) Dream-like experiences or qualities; dreaminess.Following great explosions two forms of mental trouble have been found so frequently that other manifestations have become almost exceptional. These are mental confusion and delirious oneirism. — 1976 formsoneirisms