GRE Word List

ILLUSIVE

based on or producing illusion : illusory

The meaning of the word illusive is based on or producing illusion : illusory.

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auxiliaryoffering or providing help
officiousvolunteering one's services where they are neither asked nor needed : meddlesome
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