"Delude" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Delude" Meaning

To deceive or mislead someone by a false or misleading impression, often by making them believe something that is not true.

"Delude" Examples

Usage Examples of "Delude"

1. Verb

The politician's promises deluded the people into thinking that the economy would recover quickly.
+ (to mislead or deceive someone, often by making false claims or promises)

2. Verb

The company deludes itself by thinking it can compete with bigger rivals.
+ (to be unaware of or unwilling to accept the true nature of something, often because it is uncomfortable or difficult)

3. Verb

The movie's special effects delude the audience into thinking it's a real event.
+ (to deceive or mislead someone by creating a false impression or pretence)

4. Verb

The manager's constant affirmations deluded the employee into thinking they were doing a great job.
+ (to mislead or deceive someone into having an unrealistic or overly optimistic belief)

5. Verb

The politician's lax policies have deluded the public into thinking that corruption is not a serious issue.
+ (to create a false impression or pretence, often by creating a sense of complacency or apathy)