delusive
pronunciation
How to pronounce delusive in British English:
UK [dɪˈlu:sɪv]
How to pronounce delusive in American English:
US [dɪˈlusɪv]
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- Adjective:
- inappropriate to reality or facts
Word Origin
- delusive (adj.)
- c. 1600; see delusion + -ive.
Example
- 1. A delusive or misleading hope .
- 2. Our thoughts may be delusive , but they can 't be fictitious .
- 3. All badness is delusive ; don 't contempt yourself .
- 4. Life is short , the art is long , opportunity fleeting , experience delusive , judgement difficult .
- 5. Delusive faith in a wonder drug ; delusive expectations ; false hopes .