Illusive
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪˈluːsɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Illusive is an adjective meaning Subject to or pertaining to an illusion, often used in the sense of an unrealistic expectation or an unreachable goal or outcome.
Meaning
Subject to or pertaining to an illusion, often used in the sense of an unrealistic expectation or an unreachable goal or outcome.
Example Sentences
Testing software completely is an illusive goal.
[…] he could not catch the illusive thing that had sadly perplexed as well as elevated his spirit.
Synonyms for illusive
Depending on context, synonyms include illusory, unreal.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include illusory, unreal, delusional, fallacious, fake, fictitious.
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