What is another word for visual hallucination?
Pronunciation: [vˈɪʒuːə͡l hɐlˌuːsɪnˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Visual hallucination is a term used to describe the perception of things that are not physically present. This phenomenon can be experienced in various ways. Some synonyms for visual hallucination include illusion, delusion, apparition, mirage, phantasm, and specter. An illusion refers to a misinterpretation of sensory stimuli, while a delusion is a persistent false belief. Apparitions, mirages, and phantasms all describe objects or people that appear, but are not actually present. A specter is a ghostly or eerie image. These synonyms can help to provide a broader understanding of the experience of visual hallucinations, which can be caused by various medical, psychological, and neurological conditions.
