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    Delude

    /dɪˈluːd/

    Meaning & Definition

    verb
    to cause someone to believe something that is not true; to mislead or deceive.
    She deluded herself into thinking that he would change his mind.
    to lead someone away from the truth; to misinform.
    The advertisement deluded many customers into believing they were getting a bargain.
    to be deceived or mislead.
    He was deluded by his friend's reassurances that everything would be fine.
    to create a false impression or idea.
    The magician deluded the audience with his astonishing tricks.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'deludere', meaning to play false.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    delude oneself:
    To convince oneself of something false.

    Related Words

    illusion
    A false idea or belief.
    fallacy
    A mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound arguments.
    misconception
    A view or opinion that is incorrect based on faulty thinking.

    Slang Meanings

    To be totally off the mark or mistaken.
    He thought he could play in the NBA - he was really deluding himself.
    To be out of touch with reality.
    She's deluded if she thinks he still loves her.