Delusive

Pronunciation: /ˈdiˈɪɫusɪv/

Delusive (adj)

  1. Making you believe something that is not true, so you may act in a wrong way.
  2. Giving a feeling of safety or success that will not really happen.
  3. Causing someone to trick themselves into thinking something is true when it is not.

Delusive (adjective)

Examples

  • His delusive belief made him ignore clear evidence.
  • The delusive belief spread quickly through the group.