Definitions and Synonyms of delusion | Another word for delusion | What is delusion?
Definition 1: the act of deluding; deception by creating illusory ideas - [noun denoting act]Synonyms for delusion in the sense of this definition
(delusion is a kind of ...) the act of deceiving
Synonyms for delusion in the sense of this definition
(delusion is a kind of ...) the act of deceiving
Definition 2: a mistaken or unfounded opinion or idea - [noun denoting cognition]Samples where delusion or its synonyms are used according to this definition
- he has delusions of competence
- his dreams of vast wealth are a hallucination
Synonyms for delusion in the sense of this definition
(delusion is a kind of ...) an incorrect conception
(... is a kind of delusion ) a wild delusion (especially one induced by a hallucinogenic drug)
Samples where delusion or its synonyms are used according to this definition
- he has delusions of competence
- his dreams of vast wealth are a hallucination