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illusion

Pronunciation: [ɪˈluːʒən]

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Learn how to use illusion in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “perception”

(noun) a false idea or belief about something. It's when something seems real, but it's not really that way. For example, you might think you see water on the road on a hot day, but it’s just an illusion.

Example

The magician created an amazing illusion that made it look like he disappeared from the stage.

Example

It wasn't an illusion when I touched the smooth surface; it felt real.

Example

What illusion did you see that surprised you?

Context: “psychology”

(noun) a distortion of the senses, causing us to see, hear, or feel something that isn't there. It's when our brain tricks us into thinking something is true when it's not.

Example

The optical illusion made the picture look like it was moving.

Example

She realized the sounds she heard were not an illusion; they were real noises from the street.

Example

Why do you think our brains create such strong illusions?

Context: “art”

(noun) a way of making something look different from what it really is, often used in paintings or drawings. Artists use illusions to create depth or shapes that seem three-dimensional.

Example

The painting used light and shadow to create an illusion of depth.

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The sculpture didn't have any illusion; it looked flat and one-dimensional.

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How can artists use illusion to trick our eyes in their work?

How to pronounce illusion

Pronunciation: [ɪˈluːʒən]

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