Escapism

//ɪˈskeɪpɪzəm//

Word Type

Noun

The word "escapism" can be used as a noun.

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Causes Desire

watch television

Derived From

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

diversion recreation

Related Terms

displacement activity distraction diversion escapist escapistic escapology

Related Terms

book escape escape artist escapist escapistic escapology fantasy film inclination reality routine

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