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delusional
/dɪˈluːʒ(ə)n(ə)l/
adjective

characterized by or holding idiosyncratic beliefs

or impressions that are contradicted by reality or
rational argument, typically as a symptom of
mental disorder.
"hospitalization for schizophrenia and delusional
paranoia"
based on or having faulty judgement;
mistaken.
"their delusional belief in the project's merits
never wavers"

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A delusion is a belief that a person holds that is

not based in reality and is not altered or modified
when the person is presented with contradictory
evidence. As such, people who are suffering from
delusional disorder struggle to align reality with their
perceptions of reality.

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DELUSIONAL | English meaning -

Cambridge Dictionary
delusional definition: 1. believing things that are not
true: 2. believing things that are not true: . Learn
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having false or unrealistic beliefs or opinions:
Senators who think they will get agreement on a
comprehensive tax bill are delusional. Psychiatry.…

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Delusion De!nition & Meaning -

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The meaning of DELUSION is something that is
falsely or delusively believed or propagated. How to
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Delusional - De!nition, Meaning &

Synonyms - Vocabulary.com
Delusional comes from a Latin word meaning
"deceiving." So delusional thinking is kind of like
deceiving yourself by believing outrageous things.

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Delusional Disorder: Causes,

Symptoms, Types & Treatment
May 22, 2022 — Delusional disorder is a type of
psychotic disorder. Its main symptom is the
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delusional adjective - De!nition,

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Delusional thinking led him to believe they were
plotting against him. If you think that plan will work,
you're delusional.

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delusion noun - De!nition, pictures,

pronunciation and usage notes
delusion · [countable] a false belief or opinion about
yourself or your situation. Don't go getting delusio…

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Delusion de!nition and meaning |

Collins English Dictionary
Delusion is the state of believing things that are not
true. This was not optimism, it was delusion. 3. See
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delusional - Urban Dictionary

delusional · 1. Someone who believes only their
way, and everyone else is wrong. · 2. Someone who
is obsessed or stuck on one false belief and…

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