English, 22.04.2020 01:57 dpaul4287

Illusion \i-ˈlü-zhən\ n.
1. something that deceives or misleads intellectually;
2. the state or condition of being deceived;
3. an instance of being deceived;
4. a perception, as in an optical illusion that represents what is perceived in a way different from the way it is in reality. –illusionist n., illusionary adj. 1300–1350; Middle English
Which definition in the entry best states the meaning of the word illusion in this sentence?
The illusion consisted of many stationary boxes, but it looked as if it were moving.
a. definition 1
b. definition 2
c. definition 3
d. definition 4

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