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/Sounds like "deh" (as in "debt") + "loo" (as in "loop") + "syoh" + "NAHL" (as in "nacho")/

Meaning

A person living in their own fantasy world who refuses to accept reality. Straight from English, it's the go-to Gen Z insult for anyone whose self-perception is wildly disconnected from the truth.

Examples

She's delusional if she thinks he's going to come back.

Don't be delusional, you need to study to pass.

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Regional synonyms

In Spain, someone who does shoddy, half-finished work with zero care for quality. The chapucero always looks busy but consistently delivers disappointing results. Think of the handyman who leaves your sink worse than before.