disillusioning
|dis-il-lu-sion-ing|
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/ˌdɪsɪˈluːʒənɪŋ/
(disillusion)
realization of falsehood
Etymology
Etymology Information
'disillusion' originates from the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'apart' or 'away' and the word 'illusion' from Latin 'illusio' meaning 'deception'.
Historical Evolution
'Disillusion' evolved from the French word 'désillusionner', which was adopted into English in the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to free from illusion', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
causing someone to lose their illusions or false beliefs.
The disillusioning experience made her question everything she believed in.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40