Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fools-paradise
noun
/ˈfuːlz ˈpærəˌdaɪs/
Definition
A state of happiness based on false beliefs or illusions, often leading to disappointment.
Examples
- Living in a fools-paradise can lead to unexpected hardships when reality sets in.
- She was in a fools-paradise, believing that her job was secure despite the company’s financial troubles.
Meaning
A situation where someone is content with a false sense of security or well-being, despite the underlying reality being quite the opposite.
Synonyms
- Illusion
- Delusion
- Dream world
- Fantasy
