delusion

Meanings

• Noun

  A false belief or idea, especially one that is not based on reality or fact.

  - "His delusion of grandeur led him to believe he was a king."
  - "She was suffering from a delusion that her pet was still alive."

• Noun

  A belief or perception that is irrational or unfounded.

  - "The delusion of invincibility can be dangerous."
  - "The delusion that money can buy happiness is a common one."

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Pronunciation

1. /dɪˈl(j)uːzjən/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with delusion
illusion , delusion , obsession , impression , prestidigitation

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Variants

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delusion , delusional , delusionary , delusions , self-delusion , self-delusions , labor under a delusion , labor under a delusion/misapprehension/misconception , labor under a misapprehension , labor under a misconception

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'delusio' meaning 'deception' or 'illusion'

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Trivia

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1. Delusions can be a symptom of various mental disorders, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder.

2. The term 'delusion' is derived from the Latin word 'delusio', which means 'deception' or 'illusion'.

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Related Concepts

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1. hallucination: A false perception, usually a sense perception, that occurs in the absence of a stimulus.

2. delusional disorder: A mental disorder characterized by the presence of one or more delusions that are not based on reality.

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Culture

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In literature, delusions have been portrayed in various forms such as mental disorders, magical thinking, and self-deception. Delusions have been a common theme in works of fiction, particularly in genres like science fiction and fantasy.

How to Memorize "delusion"

1. visualize
   

   - To memorize the word 'delusion', visualize a false belief or idea that is not based on reality.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'delusion' with the idea of a false belief or a deception.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Delusional Daffodils Don't Deserve Defenses' to remember the definition of delusion.

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