illusory

Definitions

Based on or producing illusion; deceptive.

Not real; having the nature of an illusion.

Examples

The sense of security provided by the temporary ceasefire proved to be entirely illusory.

He chased the illusory dream of fame, only to realize that true happiness lay elsewhere.

Synonyms

deceptive imaginary fictitious misleading unreal fallacious chimerical

Antonyms

real genuine authentic factual tangible verifiable substantial