dreamboat
10 synonyms for dreamboat, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An extremely attractive person, especially someone considered a romantic ideal.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From dream plus boat, popularised by 1930s-40s love songs about a metaphorical boat carrying a lover's dreams.
Full origin of dreamboat →Frequently asked questions
What does “dreamboat” mean?
The word “dreamboat” means an extremely attractive person, especially someone considered a romantic ideal. In plain terms, an old-fashioned, affectionate way to call someone very attractive.
How do you pronounce “dreamboat”?
“Dreamboat” is pronounced DREEM-boht (/ˈdɹimˌboʊt/ in IPA).
How do you use “dreamboat” in a sentence?
Here is “dreamboat” used in a sentence: “The whole office thought the new intern was an absolute dreamboat.”
What part of speech is “dreamboat”?
“Dreamboat” is a noun.
Where does the word “dreamboat” come from?
The word “dreamboat” dates back to around 1930. From dream plus boat, popularised by 1930s-40s love songs about a metaphorical boat carrying a lover's dreams.
