delusional

/ˌdɛljʊˈzoʊnəl/ or /ˌdɛljʊˈzuːnɪəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or showing a belief that is not true, especially one that is believed too firmly or is not based on reality.

“She was accused of being delusional for thinking she was going to win the lottery.”

2. noun

a person who has a delusion.

“The psychiatrist tried to help the delusional patient understand the reality of her situation.”

Synonyms

  • fantastical
  • hallucinatory
  • paranoid

Antonyms

  • rational
  • reality-based