Erroneous Belief Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 13, 2023

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	noun • (psychology) an erroneous belief that is held in the face of evidence to the contrary • a mistaken or unfounded opinion or idea • the act of deluding; deception by creating illusory ideas
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	noun • a misconception resulting from incorrect reasoning
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	noun • An erroneous belief • A heresy; an unorthodox belief

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