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Meaning of delusions
A false belief or opinion
Etymology of delusions
The word "delusions" originates from the Latin "deludere", which means "to deceive" or "to play false", and the suffix "-ion" which forms a noun indicating a process or a result
Historically, the term has been used in various contexts, including psychology, philosophy, and everyday language, to describe false or mistaken beliefs
Synonyms
hallucinations
illusions
misconceptions
misapprehensions
fantasies
fallacies
errors
misconstructions
misinterpretations
deceptions
self-deceptions
myths
fictions
fabrications
daydreams
reveries
fantasies
false notions
mistaken ideas
mistaken beliefs
mistaken impressions
false impressions
misbeliefs
misperceptions
distorted views
distorted perceptions
warped views
warped perceptions
misguided notions
misguided beliefs
Definitions
- A false belief or opinion, especially one that is held despite evidence to the contrary
- * A false or mistaken perception or interpretation of something
Usage Examples
- The patient's delusions of grandeur made it difficult for her to interact with others
- * He had delusions of becoming a famous actor, despite having no experience or talent
- * The conspiracy theory was based on delusions and misinformation
Antonyms
realities
facts
truths
certainties
convictions
beliefs
opinions
views
perspectives
insights
understandings
awareness
knowledge
realities
actualities
actualness
authenticity
genuineness
validity
soundness
correctness
accuracy