hallucination
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for hallucination, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A false perception of something that isn't really there, often caused by illness, drugs, or extreme stress.
How to use hallucination
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Etymology
From the verb hallucinate, ultimately from Latin hallucinatus.
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What does “hallucination” mean?
The word “hallucination” means a false perception of something that isn't really there, often caused by illness, drugs, or extreme stress. In plain terms, something perceived — or, for AI, generated — that isn't actually real or true.
How do you pronounce “hallucination”?
“Hallucination” is pronounced huh-loo-sih-NAY-shuhn (/həˌluːsɪˈneɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “hallucination” in a sentence?
Here is “hallucination” used in a sentence: “The patient reported vivid hallucinations during the night.”
What part of speech is “hallucination”?
“Hallucination” is a noun.
Where does the word “hallucination” come from?
The word “hallucination” comes from Latin. From the verb hallucinate, ultimately from Latin hallucinatus.
How many meanings does “hallucination” have?
“Hallucination” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a false perception of something that isn't really there, often caused by illness, drugs, or extreme stress.