illusive
/ɪˈluːsɪv/
CEFR level C2Topic ThinkingWord #7235 in the learning path
虚幻的；迷惑人的
Definitions
adj. appearing real but based on illusion
虚幻的；迷惑人的
Example
The desert shimmered with illusive pools of water.
沙漠中闪现着虚幻的水洼。
Advertising may create an illusive sense of happiness by linking personal fulfilment exclusively to material possessions.
广告可能将个人满足感完全与物质财富挂钩，从而营造出虚幻的幸福感。
Collocations
- illusive appearance
- illusive happiness
Word family
- illusion (n.)
- illusory (adj.)
Synonyms
- illusory
- deceptive
Antonyms
- real
Usage tip
较少用，常用illusory；elusive意为难以捉摸的。
FAQ
- What does illusive mean?
- appearing real but based on illusion
- How is illusive pronounced?
- UK /ɪˈluːsɪv/, US /ɪˈluːsɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
