Illude
Pronunciation: /ˈɪlləd/
Illude (verb)
- To make someone believe something that is not true, so they act with wrong expectations.
- To trick people into thinking a plan or promise will work, when it will not.
- To guide someone away from the truth by creating an appearance that seems real.
Examples
- The ad illudes people with false hope.
- He illudes himself with false hope about winning.