Definitions
- Referring to an idealized or perfect image of someone or something. - Describing a phantom or ghostly apparition. - Talking about a mental image or representation of something that is not physically present.
- Describing an optical illusion caused by atmospheric conditions, such as a reflection of the sky on a hot desert surface. - Referring to a false or unrealistic hope or expectation. - Talking about a hallucination or delusion.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe an image or perception that is not entirely real or tangible.
- 2Both can refer to a mental or visual representation of something that is not physically present.
- 3Both can be used metaphorically to describe an illusion or deception.
What is the difference?
- 1Type: Eidolon refers to a mental image or representation, while mirage is an optical illusion.
- 2Cause: Eidolon is caused by imagination or memory, while mirage is caused by atmospheric conditions.
- 3Connotation: Eidolon has a positive connotation, while mirage has a negative connotation.
- 4Usage: Eidolon is less commonly used than mirage in everyday language.
Remember this!
Eidolon and mirage are both words that describe an image or perception that is not entirely real or tangible. However, the difference between eidolon and mirage is their origin, type, cause, connotation, and usage. Eidolon refers to a mental image or representation that is caused by imagination or memory and has a positive connotation. On the other hand, mirage is an optical illusion caused by atmospheric conditions and has a negative connotation. Mirage is more commonly used than eidolon in everyday language.
