Meaning of the word disillusion in English
What does disillusion mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
disillusion
US /ˌdɪs.ɪˈluː.ʒən/
UK /ˌdɪs.ɪˈluː.ʒən/
Verb
to free someone from a belief or illusion that was previously held, especially one that was false or misleading
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He was quickly disillusioned by the harsh realities of the job.
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The scandal served to disillusion many of his supporters.
Noun
a feeling of disappointment resulting from the discovery that something is not as good as one believed it to be
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The election results brought widespread disillusionment among the voters.
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His early enthusiasm turned into bitter disillusionment.
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