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chimera

[kahy-meer-uh]

noun:

a strange, horrible, or impossible idea or figment of the imagination

Explanation

A chimera is a fanciful or impossible idea that exists more in the imagination than in reality. The word comes from Greek mythology, where the Chimera was a frightening, fire-breathing creature with parts from several animals. Today, a chimera might not be an actual monster, but it can still be a scary thought!

Example: His plan to become a millionaire overnight proved to be nothing more than a chimera.

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