It's when the projections and ideas of a person outweigh the reality and knowledge you currently possess of them. It's when a connection is driven more by optimism, than reality. It's usually found somewhere between the acquaintance stage and the friendship stage- though it often feels higher than the friendship stage because so much hope is invested in the potential manifestation of the person you're in the pseudoship with.
by packphour August 16, 2005