Delusory and Straightforward

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Delusory adjective - Tending or having power to deceive.

Usage example: the delusory notion that wealth invariably brings happiness

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Straightforward is an antonym for delusory.

Nearby Words: delusion, delusive

Straightforward adjective - Going straight to the point clearly and firmly.

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Delusory is an antonym for straightforward.

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