chimera vs will o' the wisp

chimera

noun
  • A foolish, incongruous, or vain thought or product of the imagination. 

  • An organism with genetically distinct cells originating from two or more zygotes. 

  • Any fantastic creature combining parts from different animals. 

  • Synonym of bogeyman: any terrifying thing, especially as an unreal, imagined threat. 

  • Anything composed of very disparate parts. 

  • A grotesque like a gargoyle, but without a spout for rainwater. 

will o' the wisp

noun
  • A delusionary or otherwise unachievable goal that one feels compelled to pursue. 

  • A flickering light or lantern, especially over bogs, swamps or marshes, held by a supernatural creature who uses it to lure travelers at night to their demise. 

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