illusionary
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- nonillusional adjective
Etymology
Origin of illusionary
Example Sentences
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All these illusionary names are what tort lawyers call attractive nuisances, enticing but dangerous.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 12, 2025
As computer scientists have warned us, the algorithms behind AI systems are capable of inexplicable mistakes and "hallucinations" — seemingly reasonable results that are entirely illusionary.
From Salon • Jul. 15, 2023
That love has been buried by more than 40 years of neglect, save for the occasional illusionary moments of promise.
From Washington Times • Apr. 11, 2023
A dreamlike contrasting middle section suggests the illusionary sound of bagpipes heard in the distant countryside.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2020
Leo remembered all too well how she’d led him through the illusionary maze in the House of Hades.
From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan
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