1. Plural of illusionism; philosophical or artistic doctrines or practices based on the theory that reality is fundamentally illusory or that perception creates illusion.
Usage: philosophy; art history; formal
2. Plural of illusionism; the practice or art of creating illusions, especially in magic or stage performance.
Usage: entertainment; magic

Examples

• The philosopher critiqued various illusionisms that denied the existence of objective reality.
• Stage illusionisms have entertained audiences for centuries with clever tricks and misdirection.
• Different illusionisms emerged in 19th-century art movements, each questioning the nature of perception.
• The magician's illusionisms relied on precise timing and audience psychology.
• Scholars debated whether these illusionisms represented genuine philosophical positions or mere intellectual exercises.
• Modern illusionisms in contemporary art challenge viewers' assumptions about what they see.