What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
delusionary
Example
The patient's delusionary thoughts were causing him distress. [delusionary: adjective]
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The speaker's delusionary claims were met with skepticism from the audience. [delusionary: adjective]
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The use of drugs can lead to delusionary episodes in some individuals. [delusionary: adjective]
delusional
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The patient was diagnosed with delusional disorder. [delusional: adjective]
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The conspiracy theory was dismissed as delusional thinking. [delusional: adjective]
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The stress of the pandemic has led to an increase in delusional behavior among some people. [delusional: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Delusional is more commonly used than delusionary in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between delusionary and delusional?
Both words are relatively formal and may not be commonly used in casual conversation. However, delusional is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
