illusorily

/ɪˈluː.sər.ɪ.li/
adverb
  1. In a way that is deceptive or misleading, creating a false impression or illusion.
    • The painting's depth was illusorily created by clever use of shadows.
    • The desert oasis appeared illusorily close, but it was miles away.
    • He illusorily believed that money would solve all his problems.
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