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Translate files Illusion
/ɪˈluːʒən/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A false idea or belief; something that is misleading or deceptive.
The magician created an illusion that amazed the audience.
A perception or belief that is not based on reality.
The illusion of safety in the crowded city can be misleading.
A state of being deceived by a false perception.
Her happiness was merely an illusion, masking her true feelings of sadness.
An appearance or effect that does not reflect reality.
The illusion of depth in the painting made it look three-dimensional.
Etymology
From Latin 'illusionem', meaning 'a mocking' or 'deception'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
chasing an illusion:
Pursuing something unattainable or non-existent.
illusion of grandeur:
The false impression of being more important or powerful than one truly is.
optical illusion:
A visual phenomenon that tricks the eye into seeing something that isn't there.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
Mind trick
That magic trick was just a mind trick; it created an illusion of magic.
Smoke and mirrors
His promises were just smoke and mirrors, creating an illusion of success.