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illusive

The correct spelling is illusive.

How to pronounce illusive

/ɪˈluːsɪv/
adjective

IPA: /ɪˈluːsɪv/

Say it like: Ill-usi-ve

The correct spelling is illusive. Subject to or pertaining to an illusion, often used in the sense of an unrealistic expectation or an unreachable goal or outcome. For example: "Testing software completely is an illusive goal."

Usage Examples

Testing software completely is an illusive goal.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Subject to or pertaining to an illusion, often used in the sense of an unrealistic expectation or an unreachable goal or outcome.

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