fool's paradise


noun

a state of enjoyment based on false beliefs or hopes; a state of illusory happiness.

Origin of fool's paradise

late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75

Words nearby fool's paradise

British Dictionary definitions for fool's paradise

fool's paradise

noun

illusory happiness

Idioms and Phrases with fool's paradise

fool's paradise

State of delusive contentment or false hope. For example, Joan lived in a fool's paradise, looking forward to a promotion she would never get. This expression was first recorded in 1462.