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Antonyms for escapism


Grammar : Noun
Spell : ih-skey-piz-uh m
Phonetic Transcription : ɪˈskeɪ pɪz əm



Definition of escapism

Origin :
  • 1933, American English, from escape (v.) + -ism.
  • As in avoidance : noun eluding; preventing
Example sentences :
  • They are escapism embodied, a dreamland, a scape of fantasy, the vale of telenovellas.
  • Extract from : « After the Rain » by Sam Vaknin
  • If "escapism" be a need of man, cramped in his narrow personality, can any escape compare with the majesty of omnipresence?
  • Extract from : « Autobiography of a YOGI » by Paramhansa Yogananda

Synonyms for escapism

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