delusion
Translation
delusion, false belief, misconception
Examples
He is under the delusion that he is famous.
He is under the delusion that he is famous.
She suffers from delusions of grandeur.
She suffers from delusions of grandeur.
Grammar Patterns
((that ...)) a delusion that ... He is under the delusion that he is famous.
Similar Words
Synonyms: illusion, hallucination, misconception; Antonyms: reality, fact, truth
Etymology
From Latin 'deludere' (to deceive), from 'de-' (away) + 'ludere' (to play). Literally, 'to play false'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'de-lude' as being 'led' away from reality into a false idea.