Illusive and Real

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Illusive adjective - Based on or having the nature of an illusion.

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Real is an antonym for illusive in deceptive topic.

Nearby Words: illusion, illusory, illusionist, illusively

Real adjective - Being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory.

Usage example: real humility

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Illusive is an antonym for real.

Nearby Words: realize, realise, reality, realistic, really

Notably, the Illusive Man didn't bother installing any real Restraining Bolts, trusting instead in Shepard's gratitude and their mutual goals to ensure that she would work for him post-resurrection.

Source: Reforged into a Minion
There's also a Colonel Jack Harper note which is the real name of the Illusive Man.

Source: Fan Fic / Tiberium Wars
Even those few who do believe the Reapers are real and a threat to all civilization (such as the Illusive Man) can be badly disappointed at how Shepard treats the problem.

Source: Wild Card

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