Dictionary Check: delusion

"delusion" is a valid word!

Scrabble 9 points
Words with Friends 12 points

Definition

noun

(psychology) an erroneous belief that is held in the face of evidence to the contrary

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noun

a mistaken or unfounded opinion or idea

Example: "he has delusions of competence"
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noun

the act of deluding; deception by creating illusory ideas

Example: "She has a delusion that she is being spied on."
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