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Definition of escapism noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

escapism

noun
 
/ɪˈskeɪpɪzəm/
 
/ɪˈskeɪpɪzəm/
[uncountable]
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  1. an activity, a form of entertainment, etc. that helps you avoid or forget unpleasant or boring things
    • the pure escapism of adventure movies
    • For John, books are a form of escapism.
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