delusion
Translation
delusion, misconception, fallacy
Examples
He is under the delusion that he is a great artist.
He is under the delusion that he is a great artist.
She suffers from delusions of grandeur.
She suffers from delusions of grandeur.
Grammar Patterns
under the delusion that... believing incorrectly that... He is under the delusion that he is famous.
Similar Words
Synonyms: misconception, fallacy, hallucination, illusion
Etymology
From Latin 'deludere' (to deceive), from 'de-' (down, away) + 'ludere' (to play). Literally 'to play false with'.
Memory Tips
A 'delusion' is like an 'illusion' that 'deceives' you. It's a false belief held despite evidence to the contrary.