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Word

delulu

Definition

adj. a funny, informal way of saying someone is 'delusional'. It often means you believe in something that is clearly not real or true, especially about a crush or a celebrity.

adj. being unrealistically hopeful or believing in something that is clearly untrue. An informal slang clipping of 'delusional', often used with self-aware humor in romantic or fandom contexts.

Examples

“Thinking that celebrity will answer you is a little delulu.”

“My friend is fully delulu, convinced her crush's vague social media post is secretly about her.”

“Some fans embrace a 'delulu' mindset as a playful, communal way to engage with their favorite artists, fully aware of the fantasy.”

Examples

simple

“Thinking that celebrity will answer you is a little delulu.”

contextual

“My friend is fully delulu, convinced her crush's vague social media post is secretly about her.”

complex

“Some fans embrace a 'delulu' mindset as a playful, communal way to engage with their favorite artists, fully aware of the fantasy.”

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