Delude

usgb/dɪˈluːd/
verb

To trick or fool someone into believing something that is not true.

The company deluded customers by promoting a product they knew was defective.
Visual representation of "delude" - To trick or fool someone into believing something that is not true.

Often appears as...

  • delude oneself
  • delude someone into
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Visual representation of "delude"
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Self-Deception

When 'delude oneself' is used, it indicates that a person is refusing to accept the truth about a situation or themselves.

Illustration for Self-Deception
He's deluding himself if he thinks he's getting that promotion without any effort.
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Negative Connotation

'Delude' often implies a sense of dishonesty or manipulation and is used in negative contexts.

Illustration for Negative Connotation
Scammers delude people into giving away personal information.
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Intentional Deception

Use 'delude' to emphasize the intentional aspect of deceiving someone, rather than accidental misinformation.

Illustration for Intentional Deception
The spy deluded his enemies by feeding them false information.
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