GRE Word List

ILLUSION

a misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion

The meaning of the word illusion is a misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion.

Random words

WordMeaning
engageto offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end
sententiousgiven to or abounding in aphoristic expression
foistto introduce or insert surreptitiously or without warrant
fashionthe prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time
titlethe distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production
harrowingacutely distressing or painful
bacchanalorgy
unwieldynot easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome
mincingaffectedly dainty or delicate
resonantcontinuing to sound : echoing