Illusive Meaning in English
word
ˌɪˈɫusɪv
ih-LOO-siv
ɪlˈuːsɪv
il-OO-siv
Definition
Describes something that is deceptive or not real, creating a false impression or misleading appearance.
Usage & Nuances
'Illusive' is quite formal and rare, often confused with 'elusive' (hard to catch/define). Common in written or literary English. Collocates with 'dream', 'goal', or 'appearance' (e.g., 'an illusive hope'). Not used for real, tangible things.
Spanish: ilusorio - engañosoPortuguese (BR): ilusório - enganosoPortuguese (PT): ilusório - enganadorChinese (Simplified): 虚幻的 - 幻觉的Chinese (Traditional): 虛幻的 - 幻覺的Hindi: मायावी - भ्रामकArabic: وهمي - خادعBengali: ভ্রান্তিমূলক - মায়াময়Russian: иллюзорный - обманчивыйJapanese: 錯覚的な - 幻想的なVietnamese: huyễn ảo - không thựcKorean: 환상적인 - 착각을 일으키는Turkish: aldatıcı - yanıltıcı - hayaliUrdu: فریب دہ - خیالیIndonesian: semu - menipu
Example Sentences
The treasure map led to an illusive island.
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He chased an illusive dream of fame.
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The beauty of the lake was almost illusive in the morning fog.
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Success can be illusive if you only look at appearances.
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For years, peace between the countries remained illusive.
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Happiness isn’t as illusive as you might think—sometimes, it’s in small moments.
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