Illusion / i-ˈlü-zhən / n.

1. something that deceives or misleads intellectually;

2. the state or condition of being deceived;

3. an instance of being deceived;

4. a perception, as in an optical illusion that represents what is perceived in a way different from the way it is in reality. - illusionist n., illusionary adj. 1300-1350; Middle English

Which definition in the entry best states the meaning of the word illusion in this sentence?

The illusion consisted of many stationary boxes, but it looked as if it were moving.

a. definition 1

b. definition 2

c. definition 3

d. definition 4

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Minnie

17 December, 20:47

Illusion / i-ˈlü-zhən / n.

1. something that deceives or misleads intellectually;

2. the state or condition of being deceived;

3. an instance of being deceived;

4. a perception, as in an optical illusion that represents what is perceived in a way different from the way it is in reality. - illusionist n., illusionary adj. 1300-1350; Middle English

Which definition in the entry best states the meaning of the word illusion in this sentence?

The illusion consisted of many stationary boxes, but it looked as if it were moving.

a. definition 1

b. definition 2

c. definition 3

d. definition 4

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Macie Lin · Answer 1

D). Definition 4.

Explanation:

The word 'illusion' denotes 'a misapprehension or a belief that is factually not true.' In the given question, 'definition 4' demonstrates the entry that most aptly describes the word 'illusion' in the sentence stated below. Since the word 'illusion' literally means 'a deceptive appearance', it is rightly described in definition 4 as 'a perception ... different from the way it is in reality.' Therefore, the sentence implies that 'the stationary boxes together created a deceptive/false impression (illusion) as if it were moving' which was actually not true but rather a false perception. Thus, option D is the correct answer.