Escapism (Noun)
Meaning
An inclination to retreat from unpleasant realities through diversion or fantasy; "romantic novels were her escape from the stress of daily life"; "his alcohol problem was a form of escapism".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The young woman turned to fantasy novels as a form of escapism from the hardships of her life.
- His love of video games was an obvious form of escapism from the pressures of his job.
- The tourists were drawn to the beach resort as a form of escapism from the stress of city life.
- For many people, social media has become a popular form of escapism from the mundane routines of daily life.
- Watching TV had become her primary form of escapism from the emotional pain of her recent breakup.