illusionistic
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ʒəˌnɪz noun
1.
a technique of using pictorial methods in order to deceive the eye. Compare trompe l'oeil.
2.
Philosophy. a theory or doctrine that the material world is an illusion.
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illusionism (ɪˈluːʒəˌnɪzəm) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | philosophy the doctrine that the external world exists only in illusory sense perceptions |
| 2. | the use of highly illusory effects in art or decoration, esp the use of perspective in painting to create an impression of three-dimensional reality |
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| illusionist (ɪˈluːʒənɪst) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | a person given to illusions; visionary; dreamer |
| 2. | philosophy a person who believes in illusionism |
| 3. | an artist who practises illusionism |
| 4. | a conjuror; magician |
| illusion'istic | |
| —adj | |
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