delusion — a belief or impression that is false or not based on reality
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a belief or impression that is false or not based on reality
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈluːʒən/
Example Sentences
- My cat has delusions of being a fierce lion whenever it sees its reflection.
- His delusion that he could become a K-pop star lasted until he heard himself sing.
- The patient's delusions made it difficult for doctors to provide proper treatment.
delusion
NOUN[/dɪˈluːʒən/]
a belief or impression that is false or not based on reality
The exhausted traveler chased a delusion, believing the painted fountain was real.
DE(away) + LUSION(illusion) — a delusion pulls your mind away from reality.
The intrusion created a delusion that allowed the thief's elusion.
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Origin
From Latin deludere, composed of de- (completely, thoroughly) and ludere (to play, deceive). The term originally meant 'to completely deceive or mislead,' and evolved to describe a false belief or distorted perception of reality.
Breakdown
de- (completely, thoroughly) + ludere (to play, deceive) + -ion (state or condition). The prefix de- intensifies the action of ludere, creating the sense of complete deception or mental distortion.
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📝Examples
“My cat has delusions of being a fierce lion whenever it sees its reflection.”
“His delusion that he could become a K-pop star lasted until he heard himself sing.”
“The patient's delusions made it difficult for doctors to provide proper treatment.”
“She was under the delusion that her boss actually read her 50-page reports.”
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