DISILLUSIONS Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

disillusions

verb

present tense third-person singular of disillusion

as in disabuses

to free from mistaken beliefs or foolish hopes we were disillusioned when we saw how the movie star acted in real life

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Dresher advises applying lipstick in thin layers and blotting gently with a tissue between passes, which removes excess product while gradually building color.

— Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2026
Laura Janney of The Inspired Garden Masterclass advises all childrens’ items and toys be stored away for the season.

— Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2026

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