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A deceptive visual impression that differs from reality.
Natural examples
Die Linien scheinen schief, doch das ist eine optische Illusion.
The lines look crooked, but it is an optical illusion.
Der Spiegel erzeugte die Illusion eines größeren Raums.
The mirror created the illusion of a larger room.
Durch die Beleuchtung entstand die Illusion, dass die Statue schwebte.
Lighting created the illusion of a floating statue.
Usage note
Illusion is feminine, with plural Illusionen. This entry covers a visual misperception; Illusion can also mean a mistaken hope or belief.
Mini-lesson: Illusion
A deceptive visual impression that differs from reality. Illusion is feminine, with plural Illusionen. This entry covers a visual misperception; Illusion can also mean a mistaken hope or belief.
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