Definition

The quality of being deceptive or misleading, often creating a false impression.

Example

The illusiveness of the mirage made it difficult for the travelers to find their way.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the illusiveness of dreams?

Yeah, they can feel so real, but then you wake up and it's all gone.

Exactly! It's fascinating how something can seem so vivid yet be so deceptive.

True! It's like our minds create a world that doesn't actually exist.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Illusiveness is formed from "illusio" (from Latin, meaning deception or mockery) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word describes the quality of being deceptive or not real, as in something that is elusive or hard to grasp.

Memory Tip

Think of 'deception' ('illusio') to remember that 'illusiveness' refers to the quality of being deceptive or hard to catch.

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