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Definition of illusional

illusional

/ɪˈluːʒənəl/
il · lu · sion · al
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• adjective

1

Based on, characterized by, or having the nature of an illusion; not real or actual.

Example

"The artist used clever shading techniques to create an illusional sense of depth on the flat canvas."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'illusional' is a valid derivative of 'illusion', 'illusory' and 'illusive' are significantly more common in standard English when describing things that are deceptive or not real.

• Rhymes for illusional

• Nearby Words

illuminative
illuminator
illusion
illusional
illusionary
illusionist
illusive

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Illusional. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/illusional
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