chimera
nounfeminine/kiˈmɛɾɐ/low
qui·me·ra
Definition
A mythical fire-breathing monster; an unrealistic hope or dream.
The idea of a perfect society is a chimera.
He spent his life chasing chimeras.
Common collocations
chase chimerasmere chimeraidle chimera
Etymology
Do latim 'chimaera', do grego 'khímaira' (animal mitológico).