mirage

Meanings

• noun

  An illusion, especially a false vision or apparent image.

  - "The oasis in the desert was just a mirage."
  - "The sun dancing on the water created a mirage effect."

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Pronunciation

1. /mɪˈɹɑːdʒ/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with mirage
fantasie , stratagem , casement , aspect , agreement

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Variants

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mirage , mirages

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Etymology

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From the Arabic word 'miraj', meaning 'to ascend' or 'to rise'. Mirage is a result of refraction and reflection of light in the atmosphere.

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Trivia

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1. Mirages can occur in both water and desert environments.

2. Mirages can make objects appear larger or smaller than they actually are.

3. The first recorded observation of a mirage was made by the ancient Greek philosopher Empedocles around 450 BC.

4. Mirages have been depicted in various works of art and literature throughout history, including in the works of Shakespeare, Mark Twain, and H.G. Wells.

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Related Concepts

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1. refraction: The bending of light as it passes through different mediums, such as water or glass.

2. illusion: A false perception or belief, often created by sensory deception.

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Culture

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Mirages have been a subject of fascination and intrigue throughout history, appearing in various forms of literature, art, and mythology. In Arabic folklore, mirages were believed to be caused by the presence of jinn, or supernatural beings.

How to Memorize "mirage"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a hot desert day. Imagine the shimmering heat waves rising off the sand. Now, imagine a pool of water appearing in the distance. As you get closer, you realize it's just a mirage.
   - Visualize the word 'mirage' in your mind. Repeat it to yourself several times.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'mirage' with the desert and heat. Think of illusions and false images.
   - Associate the word 'mirage' with the Arabic word 'miraj'. Remember the meaning 'to ascend' or 'to rise'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym M-I-R-A-G-E: Mirage Is Refracted Air Glowing Eerily.
   - Think of the phrase 'Mirage: My Imagination Rises And Greets Eternity'.

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