chimera — an illusion or fabrication of the mind; something that is hoped for but is illusory or impossible to achieve
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an illusion or fabrication of the mind; something that is hoped for but is illusory or impossible to achieve
Pronunciation (IPA): /kaɪˈmɪrə/
Korean meaning: 환상, 공상; 실현 불가능한 꿈
Korean pronunciation: 카이**미**라
Example Sentences
- The startup's promise of instant success turned out to be a chimera.
- My dream of eating pizza every day without gaining weight is just a chimera.
- Perfect work-life balance often seems like a chimera in today's society.
chimera
NOUN//kaɪˈmɪrə//
an illusion or fabrication of the mind; something that is hoped for but is illusory or impossible to achieve

a young artist sits at an easel painting an elaborate mansion with golden details and luxury cars. The artist looks tired with paint-stained clothes and empty food containers nearby showing their poor living conditions. They gaze longingly at their painting of wealth and success that contrasts sharply with their cramped, modest surroundings. The stark difference between the painted dream life and the artist's actual reality becomes obvious. A friend stands behind looking concerned at both the beautiful painting and the artist's deteriorating situation. someone pursuing an illusion that remains impossible to achieve despite their dedication
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From Greek 'khimaira,' referring to a fire-breathing monster in Greek mythology with a lion's head, goat's body, and serpent's tail. The word came to represent anything illusory or impossible to achieve.
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“The startup's promise of instant success turned out to be a chimera.”
“My dream of eating pizza every day without gaining weight is just a chimera.”
“Perfect work-life balance often seems like a chimera in today's society.”
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