1. the art or practice of creating illusions, especially in magic performances
2. a style of art that creates the illusion of reality through realistic representation
Usage: art
3. the philosophical doctrine that the material world is an illusion
Usage: philosophy

Examples

• The magician’s mastery of illusionism left the audience completely amazed.
• Modern illusionism combines traditional sleight of hand with high-tech effects.
• The museum featured an exhibit on Renaissance illusionism in painting.
• Trompe-l’oeil represents the pinnacle of artistic illusionism.
• Eastern philosophy often embraces forms of illusionism about physical reality.
• The debate between illusionism and materialism has ancient roots.
• His performance demonstrated the finest techniques of stage illusionism.