illusionism

== English == === Etymology === From illusion +‎ -ism. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ɪˈl(j)uːʒənɪz(ə)m/ === Noun === illusionism (countable and uncountable, plural illusionisms) The performance of magic tricks. Synonyms: legerdemain, prestigiation, sleight of hand; see also Thesaurus:prestidigitation The theory of dealing with illusions. The doctrine that the material world is an illusion. The use of illusionary effects in sculpture and art. ==== Derived terms ====