self-delusion
[/ˌself.dɪˈluːʒən/]
nounpl: self-delusions
ilusão de si mesmo
1. a false belief or misconception about oneself; the act of deceiving oneself about one's abilities, circumstances, or qualities
His belief that he could become a professional athlete without any training was pure self-delusion.
Sua crença de que poderia se tornar um atleta profissional sem treinamento era pura ilusão de si mesmo.
2. the state of being deceived about one's own nature, actions, or motivations
She was in complete self-delusion about how others perceived her behavior.
Ela estava em total ilusão de si mesma sobre como os outros percebiam seu comportamento.
In both Brazilian and American English contexts, self-delusion is commonly discussed in psychology, self-help literature, and everyday conversations about personal growth. The concept is particularly relevant in discussions about mental health, personal development, and self-improvement culture. Brazilians may use the term in formal or psychological contexts, while Americans often reference it in casual conversations about people in denial about their situations or abilities.
NYC Slang
living in a fantasy
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