Delusion ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Delusion ( noun )

1. An idiosyncratic belief or impression that is firmly maintained despite being contradicted by what is generally accepted as reality or rational argument, typically a symptom of mental disorder.
2. An mistaken or unfounded opinion or idea.

Origin:

Late middle english (denoting the act of deluding): from latin delusion- "deception, illusion", from the verb deludere (see delude).

Examples:

1. He was suffering from a severe delusion about his own importance.
2. The whole idea of a secret government organization controlling the world is just a delusion.
3. He had a delusion that he was being watched all the time.
4. Her delusion that she was going to marry a prince was shattered when she met him.
5. They had the delusion that they could win the game with just one player.

(As a verb)

Delusion ( verb )

1. An idiosyncratic belief or impression that is firmly maintained despite being contradicted by what is generally accepted as reality or rational argument, typically a symptom of mental disorder.
2. An mistaken or unfounded opinion or idea.

Origin:

Late middle english (denoting the act of deluding): from latin delusion- "deception, illusion", from the verb deludere (see delude).

Examples:

1. He was suffering from a severe delusion about his own importance.
2. The whole idea of a secret government organization controlling the world is just a delusion.
3. He had a delusion that he was being watched all the time.
4. Her delusion that she was going to marry a prince was shattered when she met him.
5. They had the delusion that they could win the game with just one player.