illusion

noun

il·lu·sion i-ˈlü-zhən How to pronounce illusion (audio)

plural illusions

a(1)

: a misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion

(2)

: something that deceives or misleads intellectually

b(1)

: perception of something objectively existing in such a way as to cause misinterpretation of its actual nature

(2)

: hallucination sense 1

(3)

: a pattern capable of reversible perspective

a(1)

: the state or fact of being intellectually deceived or misled : misapprehension

(2)

: an instance of such deception

obsolete : the action of deceiving

: a fine plain transparent bobbinet or tulle usually made of silk and used for veils, trimmings, and dresses

illusional

i-ˈlü-zh(ə-)nəl How to pronounce illusion (audio)

adjective

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Allusion and Illusion

Allusion and illusion may share some portion of their ancestry (both words come in part from the Latin word ludere, meaning “to play”), and sound quite similar, but they are distinct words with very different meanings. An allusion is an indirect reference, whereas an illusion is something that is unreal or incorrect. Each of the nouns has a related verb form: allude “to refer indirectly to,” and illude (not a very common word), which may mean “to delude or deceive” or “to subject to an illusion.”

Example Sentences

The video game is designed to give the illusion that you are in control of an airplane. They used paint to create the illusion of metal. She says that all progress is just an illusion.

Recent Examples on the Web The Red Sox, meanwhile, are fast approaching the point where even the illusion of contention is hard to sustain – particularly given the mounting injuries that seem to befall them on a nightly basis.

Alex Speier, BostonGlobe.com, 23 Aug. 2022 Elegant, layered drapes—instead of blinds or valances—pair with light-colored curtain rods and hardware, allowing in plenty of natural light while giving the illusion of more height.

Kristina Mcguirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Apr. 2022 There’s a large outdoor patio, reached through sliding glass doors, covered in real grass, giving the illusion of stepping out to a backyard.

Nancy Keates, WSJ, 19 Jan. 2022 The music tiptoed along the knife edge of its key, its tones, giving the illusion of freedom when there were always far more missteps than safe harbors and nimble plunges into grace.

Greg Jackson, The New Yorker, 22 Nov. 2021 The main drag, when not underwater, has heaps of wet, packed sand giving the illusion of hills.

Kirsten Fiscus, USA TODAY, 1 Sep. 2021 Then the local ban — which state Republican leaders had encouraged the judge to reinstate — removed for many voters the illusion of protection in North Carolina.

Hannah Schoenbaum, BostonGlobe.com, 28 Aug. 2022 In an on-trend graphic pattern, this bikini has a supportive underwire top with pretty tulle illusion panels, adjustable straps and lace-up back detailing that can be worn a multitude of ways.

Ingrid Schmidt, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Aug. 2022 The piece features padded shoulders, a tie-front decoration, and cutouts at the waist giving the illusion of a two-piece set.

Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 20 Aug. 2022 See More

单词	disillusions
释义	illusion noun il·lu·sion i-ˈlü-zhən plural illusions 1 a(1) : a misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion (2) : something that deceives or misleads intellectually b(1) : perception of something objectively existing in such a way as to cause misinterpretation of its actual nature (2) : hallucination sense 1 (3) : a pattern capable of reversible perspective 2 a(1) : the state or fact of being intellectually deceived or misled : misapprehension (2) : an instance of such deception b obsolete : the action of deceiving 3 : a fine plain transparent bobbinet or tulle usually made of silk and used for veils, trimmings, and dresses illusional i-ˈlü-zh(ə-)nəl adjective Illustration of illusion a and b are equal in length Did you know? Allusion and Illusion Allusion and illusion may share some portion of their ancestry (both words come in part from the Latin word ludere, meaning “to play”), and sound quite similar, but they are distinct words with very different meanings. An allusion is an indirect reference, whereas an illusion is something that is unreal or incorrect. Each of the nouns has a related verb form: allude “to refer indirectly to,” and illude (not a very common word), which may mean “to delude or deceive” or “to subject to an illusion.” Synonyms chimera conceit daydream delusion dream fancy fantasy phantasy figment hallucination nonentity phantasm fantasm pipe dream unreality vision See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences The video game is designed to give the illusion that you are in control of an airplane. They used paint to create the illusion of metal. She says that all progress is just an illusion. Recent Examples on the Web The Red Sox, meanwhile, are fast approaching the point where even the illusion of contention is hard to sustain – particularly given the mounting injuries that seem to befall them on a nightly basis. Alex Speier, BostonGlobe.com, 23 Aug. 2022 Elegant, layered drapes—instead of blinds or valances—pair with light-colored curtain rods and hardware, allowing in plenty of natural light while giving the illusion of more height. Kristina Mcguirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Apr. 2022 There’s a large outdoor patio, reached through sliding glass doors, covered in real grass, giving the illusion of stepping out to a backyard. Nancy Keates, WSJ, 19 Jan. 2022 The music tiptoed along the knife edge of its key, its tones, giving the illusion of freedom when there were always far more missteps than safe harbors and nimble plunges into grace. Greg Jackson, The New Yorker, 22 Nov. 2021 The main drag, when not underwater, has heaps of wet, packed sand giving the illusion of hills. Kirsten Fiscus, USA TODAY, 1 Sep. 2021 Then the local ban — which state Republican leaders had encouraged the judge to reinstate — removed for many voters the illusion of protection in North Carolina. Hannah Schoenbaum, BostonGlobe.com, 28 Aug. 2022 In an on-trend graphic pattern, this bikini has a supportive underwire top with pretty tulle illusion panels, adjustable straps and lace-up back detailing that can be worn a multitude of ways. Ingrid Schmidt, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Aug. 2022 The piece features padded shoulders, a tie-front decoration, and cutouts at the waist giving the illusion of a two-piece set. Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 20 Aug. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Late Latin illusion-, illusio, from Latin, action of mocking, from illudere to mock at, from in- + ludere to play, mock — more at ludicrous First Known Use 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2b Phrases Containing illusion under the illusion optical illusion under the illusion optical illusion Kids Definition illusion noun il·lu·sion i-ˈlü-zhən 1 : something that is false or unreal but seems to be true or real The video game creates the illusion of flying. 2 : a mistaken idea She had no illusions about her chances of winning. Medical Definition illusion noun il·lu·sion il-ˈü-zhən 1 : a misleading image presented as a visual stimulus 2 a : perception of something objectively existing in such a way as to cause misinterpretation of its actual nature especially : optical illusion compare delusion sense 2 b : hallucination sense 1 c : a pattern capable of reversible perspective disillusions verb present tense third-person singular of disillusion as in disabuses to free from mistaken beliefs or foolish hopes we were disillusioned when we saw how the movie star acted in real life Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance disabuses disenchants undeceives advises tells apprises sophisticates refutes unmasks spills debunks discloses exposes divulges uncovers clues (in) fills in shows up wises (up) unveils uncloaks Antonyms & Near Antonyms fools deludes tricks misleads kids misrepresents misinforms beguiles snows dupes misguides gulls bluffs hoodwinks takes in hoaxes cozens See More
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illusion

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Illustration of illusion

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