delusive

/dɛˈljuːsɪv/; /dɪˈluːsɪv/

Definitions

1. adjective

deceiving or tending to deceive

“The politician’s delusive promises failed to satisfy the public’s growing discontent.”

2. noun

a quality of being deceptive or misleading

“The delusive nature of the advertisement made it hard to discern fact from fiction.”

Synonyms

  • deceptive
  • deceptive
  • illusory
  • misleading

Antonyms

  • genuine
  • honest
  • sincere
  • true