Pronunciation: /ɪˈluʒən/
noun a false idea or belief, often about oneself or the world
A1 The magician created an illusion of a disappearing rabbit.
A2 She believed the illusion created by the mirror was real.
B1 The movie used special effects to create the illusion of a giant monster attacking the city.
B2 The artist's painting was so realistic that it created the illusion of depth and movement.
C1 The politician's promises were just an illusion to gain votes.
C2 The elaborate stage production created a stunning illusion of a magical world.
verb none
A1 She illusioned herself into thinking everything was fine when it wasn't.
A2 He illusioned that he was a famous actor in his daydreams.
B1 The magician illusioned the audience with his incredible tricks.
B2 The artist illusioned a beautiful landscape on the canvas.
C1 The politician illusioned the public with promises of change.
C2 The filmmaker illusioned a dystopian future in his latest movie.
adjective none
A1 The magician created an illusion of a disappearing rabbit.
A2 The painting gave the illusion of depth with its clever use of shadows.
B1 The new virtual reality game provides an immersive illusion of being in a different world.
B2 The special effects in the movie were so realistic that they created the illusion of actual danger.
C1 The elaborate set design in the theater production was designed to create the illusion of a grand palace.
C2 The optical illusion artwork in the museum was so mind-bending that visitors couldn't believe their eyes.
adverb none
A1 The magician created an illusion of a disappearing coin.
A2 She walked through the mist, feeling as if she were in an illusion.
B1 The movie's special effects were so realistic that they created the illusion of a giant monster.
B2 The artist used light and shadows to create an illusion of depth in the painting.
C1 His smooth talking and charm were just an illusion to hide his true intentions.
C2 The elaborate set design and costumes created an illusion of being transported to another time period.
pronoun none
A1 The magician created an illusion with a deck of cards.
A2 She couldn't tell if what she saw was real or just an illusion.
B1 The marketing campaign was based on the illusion of a luxurious lifestyle.
B2 The artist's paintings often play with light and shadow to create illusions.
C1 The film director used special effects to create stunning illusions on screen.
C2 The scientist's research challenged commonly held illusions about the nature of reality.
preposition none
A1 The magician created an illusion of a disappearing rabbit.
A2 She had the illusion of being watched, even though no one was around.
B1 The movie's special effects were so realistic that they created the illusion of a spaceship flying through space.
B2 His charm and charisma gave the illusion of confidence, but deep down he was insecure.
C1 The artist's use of light and shadow created an illusion of depth in the painting.
C2 The politician's promises were nothing but illusions, designed to deceive the public.
conjunction none
A1 She thought the magician's trick was real, but it was just an illusion.
A2 The mirror created the illusion of a larger room.
B1 The special effects in the movie were so realistic that they created the illusion of danger.
B2 The artist used light and shadow to create the illusion of depth in the painting.
C1 The politician's promises were just an illusion to gain votes.
C2 The elaborate set design and costumes added to the illusion of being transported to another time and place.
interjection none
A1 Illusion! That magic trick was amazing!
A2 Illusion! Don't believe everything you see on TV.
B1 Illusion! The magician's performance left the audience in awe.
B2 Illusion! The optical illusion made it seem like the painting was moving.
C1 Illusion! The elaborate set design created a sense of wonder and mystery.
C2 Illusion! The mind-bending illusionist left the audience questioning reality.
article none
A1 The magician created an illusion of a disappearing rabbit.
A2 Many people believe in the illusion of overnight success.
B1 The painting gave the illusion of depth and movement.
B2 The politician's promises turned out to be just an illusion.
C1 The artist's masterful use of light and shadow created a stunning illusion of reality.
C2 The elaborate stage production was filled with illusions that left the audience in awe.
formal The magician created a stunning illusion that left the audience in awe.
informal I can't believe how realistic that optical illusion looked!
slang That magic trick was a total mind-blowing illusion.
figurative His perfect life was just an illusion hiding the struggles he faced.
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