delusion

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Estimated CEFR level: B2 — Upper-Intermediate

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Definition

  1. noun (psychology) an erroneous belief that is held in the face of evidence to the contrary
  2. noun a mistaken or unfounded opinion or idea
  3. noun the act of deluding; deception by creating illusory ideas

Etymology

From Latin dēlūsiō.

In classic literature

Synonyms

psychotic belief

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