What does delude mean?
Delude means (transitive) To deceive into believing something which is false; to lead into error; to dupe..
Delude
/dɪˈluːd/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To deceive into believing something which is false; to lead into error; to dupe..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To deceive into believing something which is false; to lead into error; to dupe.
- (transitive, obsolete) To frustrate or disappoint.
Example Sentences
Ralph Wiggum is generally employed as a bottomless fount of glorious non sequiturs, but in “I Love Lisa” he stands in for every oblivious chump who ever deluded himself into thinking that with persistence, determination, and a pure heart he can win the girl of his dreams.
To delude the nation by an airy phantom.
It deludes thy search.
Synonyms for delude
Antonyms for delude
Related Words
Word Forms
- deludes
- deluding
- deluded
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for delude?
Common synonyms include deceive, mislead, lull, lead on.
What is the opposite of delude?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use delude in a sentence?
Ralph Wiggum is generally employed as a bottomless fount of glorious non sequiturs, but in “I Love Lisa” he stands in for every oblivious chump who ever deluded himself into thinking that with persistence, determination, and a pure heart he can win the girl of his dreams.
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