delude
verb (used with object)
to mislead the mind or judgment of; deceive.
has deluded
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present perfectof delude (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Our mastery over manifold aspects of life has deluded us into thinking that we have bent the planet to our will.
From New York Times ● Nov. 12, 2015
It admits that the idea of personality which has deluded us through life may not be instantaneously extinguished at death, but may be lost by slow degrees.
From History of the Conflict Between Religion and Science by John William Draper
"I see how it has deluded you!" said Miss Elizabeth vehemently.
From The Guest of Quesnay by Booth Tarkington
Universality is the ignis fatuus which has deluded to ruin many a promising mind.
From Pushing to the Front by Orison Swett Marden
They gave Paris that superficial aspect of luxury and gaiety which has deluded so many historians of this period, because the insolent prodigality displayed covered the general misery.
From The Psychology of Revolution by Gustave Le Bon
