disillusion
Translation
disillusion, disenchant
Examples
The reality of the job will disillusion you.
The reality of the job will disillusion you.
He was disillusioned by his hero's actions.
He was disillusioned by his hero's actions.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) to cause (sb.) to realize that a belief is false. The reality of the job will disillusion you.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disenchant, disappoint; Antonyms: enchant, inspire
Etymology
From the prefix 'dis-' (not, opposite of) + 'illusion' (deception). Literally 'to free from illusion'.
Memory Tips
Imagine popping a beautiful illusion bubble, revealing a disappointing reality.