delusive
/dɪˈluːsɪv/
CEFR level C2Topic ThinkingWord #7230 in the learning path
使人产生错觉的
Definitions
adj. Making something false seem true or something unreal seem real.
使人产生错觉的
Example
The mirror created a delusive impression of extra space.
这面镜子造成了空间更大的错觉。
Early economic gains may create a delusive sense of security if governments ignore underlying weaknesses in public finances.
如果政府忽视公共财政的潜在弱点，早期经济收益可能造成虚假的安全感。
Collocations
- delusive hopes
- delusive appearance
- delusive sense of security
Word family
- delude (v.)
- delusion (n.)
- delusory (adj.)
Synonyms
- misleading
- deceptive
- illusory
Usage tip
较正式且少见；日常多用misleading或deceptive。
FAQ
- What does delusive mean?
- Making something false seem true or something unreal seem real.
- How is delusive pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈluːsɪv/, US /dɪˈluːsɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
