delude

/dɪˈljuːd/ · verb

Meaning

To deceive into believing something which is false; to lead into error; to dupe.
To frustrate or disappoint.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

lead on(English)deceive(English)cozen(English)trick(English)betray(English)cheat(English)defraud(English)mislead(English)ourselves(English)believing(English)thinking(English)themselves(English)

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Sources

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