Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
illusion
noun
/ɪˈluːʒən/
Definition
A deceptive appearance or impression; something that is not as it seems.
Examples
- The magician’s trick created an illusion of a floating ball.
- What seemed like a beautiful sunset was just an illusion caused by the clouds.
- The illusion of security can sometimes lead to dangerous situations.
Meaning
An illusion is a false or misleading perception of reality. It can refer to visual tricks, misinterpretations, or even mistaken beliefs about what is happening around us.
Synonyms
- Deception
- Mirage
- Hallucination
- Fantasy
- Delusion
