Delusion
/dɪˈluːʒən/
A firmly held false belief that persists despite contrary evidence, often used in psychological contexts.
Examples
- They dismissed his delusional ideas as harmless fantasies.
- The patient felt deluded by the false promises of the scam.
- She was delusional after believing she could fly without aid.
- His delusions grew stronger as he isolated himself.
- Delusion can cloud judgment and lead to poor decisions.
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