幻惑

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 幻惑(げんわく) means dazzling or bewildering someone in a way that clouds judgment.
• Basic usage: It describes being dazzled by flashy advertising or by a magician's use of light and mirrors.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Bewilderment and captivation
  • 幻惑 focuses on making things difficult to discern; 魅了 focuses on capturing someone's heart through charm.