Cool MateMeaning of Illusion
a false idea or belief, especially about somebody or about a situation
In simple words: A misleading image or idea that seems real but isn't.
Illusion in a sentence
- The magician created the illusion of a dove appearing from thin air.
- The desert heat caused an illusion of water on the road.
- She lived under the illusion that her favorite band would visit her hometown.
- The funhouse mirrors produce strange illusions that distort a person's reflection.
- Economic prosperity turned out to be an illusion rather than a lasting reality.
How to use Illusion
Use 'illusion' when discussing perceptions and appearances, especially in art or magic. Avoid using it in formal or scientific contexts without clarification.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'I lose in' — when you lose, it might just be an illusion of losing.
Related words
Collocations with Illusion
Synonyms for Illusion
- deception
- mirage
- fantasy
- hallucination
- figment
Common mistakes with Illusion
- Confused with 'delusion' which refers to a false belief.
- Using as a verb, while it is only a noun.
- Mispronouncing it as 'ill-oo-zhun' instead of 'i-loo-zhun'.
Illusion appears in
Illusion in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
وهم
صورة أو فكرة مضللة تبدو حقيقية لكنها ليست كذلك.
- Bengaliবাংলা
মায়া, বিভ্রম
এমন একটি বিভ্রান্তিকর ছবি বা ধারণা যা বাস্তব বলে মনে হলেও আসলে তা নয়।
- GermanDeutsch
Illusion
Ein trügerisches Bild oder eine Idee, die echt erscheint, aber nicht ist.
- SpanishEspañol
Ilusión
Una imagen o idea engañosa que parece real pero no lo es.
- Persianفارسی
توهم
تصویر یا ایدهای گمراهکننده که به نظر واقعی میرسد اما نیست.
- FrenchFrançais
Illusion
Une image ou une idée trompeuse qui semble réelle mais ne l'est pas.
- Hindiहिन्दी
भ्रम
एक भ्रामक छवि या विचार जो वास्तविक लगता है लेकिन है नहीं।
- ItalianItaliano
Illusione
Un'immagine o un'idea fuorviante che sembra reale ma non lo è.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Ilusão
Uma imagem ou ideia enganosa que parece real, mas não é.
- RussianРусский
Иллюзия
Обманчивый образ или идея, которая кажется реальной, но таковой не является.
- Urduاردو
وہم
ایک گمراہ کن تصویر یا خیال جو حقیقی لگتا ہے لیکن ہوتا نہیں۔
- Chinese中文
幻觉, 错觉
一种看起来真实但实际上并非如此的误导性图像或想法。
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- Fantasy
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To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Illusion
What does Illusion mean?
A misleading image or idea that seems real but isn't.
What is the definition of Illusion?
a false idea or belief, especially about somebody or about a situation
How do you use Illusion in a sentence?
The magician created the illusion of a dove appearing from thin air.
Can you give another example of Illusion?
The desert heat caused an illusion of water on the road.
What are synonyms for Illusion?
Common alternatives include deception, mirage, fantasy, hallucination, figment.
What is the opposite of Illusion?
Opposite meanings include reality, truth.
What words go with Illusion?
It commonly pairs with dangerous, optical, visual, be under, entertain, have, illusion about, illusion as to, be all an illusion, dangerous, optical, visual, be under, entertain, have, illusion about, illusion as to, be all an illusion.
What are common mistakes when using Illusion?
Confused with 'delusion' which refers to a false belief. Using as a verb, while it is only a noun. Mispronouncing it as 'ill-oo-zhun' instead of 'i-loo-zhun'.
How do you pronounce Illusion?
US: /["/ɪˈluːʒn/"]/, UK: /["/ɪˈluːʒn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Illusion?
Use 'illusion' when discussing perceptions and appearances, especially in art or magic. Avoid using it in formal or scientific contexts without clarification.
What CEFR level is Illusion?
"Illusion" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.