illusion

i'lju:ʒәn8 senses · 1574 ms

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noun/ɪˈl(j)uːʒ(ə)n/[ɪˈluː.ʒən]/ɪˈl(j)uːzj(ə)n/

1
A distortion of sensory perception where real stimuli lead to a false or misleading impression of reality.countable
- We saw what looked like a tiger among the trees, but it was an illusion caused by the shadows of the branches.
- Using artificial additives, scientists can create the illusion of fruit flavours in food.
2
A misapprehension; a belief in something that is in fact not true.countable
- Jane has this illusion that John is in love with her.
3
A magician’s trick.countable
4
The state of being deceived or misled.uncountable

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