Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
delude
verb
/dɪˈljuːd/
Definition
To make someone believe something that is not true or to deceive them.
Examples
- He was deluded into thinking he could finish the project in a day.
- Many were deluded by the politician’s empty promises.
- She deluded herself into believing he would change.
Meaning
Delude means to mislead or confuse someone in their beliefs or judgments.
Synonyms
- deceive
- mislead
- fool
- trick
