This is the 8645th most frequent Dutch word.
illusie
An illusion or false perception.
In this sentence, 'illusie' is used to denote a trick or optical effect created to mislead the perception of reality.
De magische show was een illusie die het publiek verbaasde.
The magic show was an illusion that amazed the audience.
Here, 'illusie' refers to a false or mistaken belief or idea that the subject held.
Hij had de illusie dat iedereen hem aardig vond, maar dat was niet waar.
He had the illusion that everyone liked him, but that was not true.
In this context, 'illusie' means a vision or concept that is attractive but unattainable or unrealistic.