Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Delusion.
How to pronounce delusion:
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Delusion - as a noun
(psychology) an erroneous belief that is held in the face of evidence to the contrary
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
psychotic beliefHypernyms (Closely Related)
mental conditionmental statepsychological conditionpsychological stateHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A mistaken or unfounded opinion or idea
Example: "He has delusions of competence"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hallucinationHypernyms (Closely Related)
misconceptionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"His belief in magic was nothing but a delusion."
"She had a delusion that she was a famous singer."
"The patient is experiencing delusions of grandeur."
"His delusion caused him to make irrational decisions."
"The cult leader's delusions led his followers astray."
Word Game Points
Is DELUSION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, delusion is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DELUSION has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is DELUSION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, delusion is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDELUSION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is DELUSION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, delusion is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDELUSION has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
