Delusion
/dɪˈluː.ʒən/noun
A false belief or judgment about external reality, typically arising from a mental disorder.
Did you know?In ancient times, delusions were often thought to be caused by demonic possession or supernatural influences, linking them to the occult.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
delusio
“The act of mocking or deceiving.”
Middle English
Middle English
delusioun
“A state of being deceived or misled.”
14th Century
Old French
delusion
“A false belief or error in judgment.”
Modern English
English
delusion
“A persistent false belief despite contradictory evidence.”