Definition of Escapism

1. Noun. An inclination to retreat from unpleasant realities through diversion or fantasy. "His alcohol problem was a form of escapism"

Exact synonyms: Escape
Generic synonyms: Diversion, Recreation
Derivative terms: Escapist

Definition of Escapism

1. Noun. An inclination to escape from routine or reality into fantasy ¹

2. Noun. A genre of book, film etc. that one uses to indulge this tendency ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Escapism

1. the avoidance of reality by diversion of the mind [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Escapism

escape valve
escape velocities
escape velocity
escape ventricular contraction
escape wheel
escaped
escapee
escapees
escapement
escapements
escaper
escapers
escapes
escapeth
escaping
escapism (current term)
escapisms
escapist
escapists
escapologies
escapologist
escapologists
escapology
escar
escarbuncle
escarbuncles
escargatoire
escargatoires
escargot
escargots

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