delusional

adjective

Meaning

Holding fixed, false beliefs that are not based on reality and persist despite clear evidence to the contrary.

Examples

  • The politician's delusional plan to solve the economic crisis was dismissed by every expert in the field.
  • She became increasingly delusional, convinced that her neighbors were spying on her through the walls.

Synonyms: mistaken, unrealistic, irrational, hallucinatory