Escapism Definition

ĭ-skāpĭzəm
noun
A tendency to escape from reality, the responsibilities and routine of real life, etc., esp. by unrealistic imaginative activity.
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Behavior characterized by this tendency.
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A genre of book, film etc. that one uses to indulge this tendency.

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Noun

Singular:
escapism
Plural:
escapisms

Escapism Sentence Examples

  • Like films, video games can provide some escapism.

  • On a daily basis, you can find escapism and in gossip magazines that show stick-thin celebrities ' cellulite.

  • For me, reading can offer escapism or relaxation or information.

  • At the very low prices now charged, it'd be a shame not to indulge yourself in a bit of sheer escapism.

  • It is what going to the movies is all about, complete escapism.

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