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self-deception

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self-de·cep·tion (slfd-spshn)
n.
The act of deceiving oneself or the state of being deceived by oneself.
self-de·ceptive adj.
self-de·ceptive·ly adv.
self-deception or self-deceit
Noun
the act or an instance of deceiving oneself
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.self-deception - a misconception that is favorable to the person who holds it
self-deceit
misconception - an incorrect conception


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But the deeper the Freudians delve into the underground regions of instinct, the further they travel from anything resembling conscious desire, and the less possible it becomes to believe that only positive self-deception conceals from us that we really wish for things which are abhorrent to our explicit life.
The Analysis of Mind by Russell, Bertrand View in context
But next morning I perceived clearly enough that my curiosity regarding the Palace of Green Porcelain was a piece of self-deception, to enable me to shirk, by another day, an experience I dreaded.
The Time Machine by Wells, H.G. View in context
To such perseverance in wilful self-deception Elizabeth would make no reply, and immediately and in silence withdrew, determined, that if he persisted in considering her repeated refusals as flattering encouragement, to apply to her father, whose negative might be uttered in such a manner as to be decisive, and whose behavior at least could not be mistaken for the affectation and coquetry of an elegant female.
Pride and Prejudice by Austen, Jane View in context
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