Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
delusion
noun
/dɪˈluːʒən/
Definition
A false belief or judgment that is held despite evidence to the contrary.
Examples
- She was under the delusion that she could quit her job and still pay her bills.
- His delusions made it difficult for him to distinguish between reality and imagination.
- Despite the evidence presented to her, she held on to her delusion.
Meaning
Delusion refers to a belief that is clearly false and that indicates a distorted perception of reality. It is often seen in psychological conditions.
Synonyms
- illusion
- misbelief
- fantasy
- deception
- fallacy
