Rapid Eye Movements

Views Updated: Dec 15, 2025

Key Facts

Abbreviation
REM
Pronunciation
/ˈræpɪd aɪ ˈmuvmənts/
Category
Miscellaneous
Related Field
Unclassified

Examples in Context

  1. But the study shows that dreamlike sleep develops before rapid eye movements.
  2. But these rapid eye movements that help us decide where to focus.
  3. A recurring sleep state during which dreaming occurs; a state of Rapid Eye Movements(REM) during sleep.
  4. Others are linked to non-REM sleep, with no rapid eye movements or dreaming.
  5. Any more will result in you having rapid eye movements,( REM ) and you will feel even more tired after getting up.

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