escapism
noun
es·cap·ism
i-ˈskā-ˌpi-zəm 
: habitual diversion of the mind to purely imaginative activity or entertainment as an escape from reality or routine
Examples of escapism in a Sentence
Reading romantic novels is for her a form of escapism.
Recent Examples on the Web
That literary trope turned rom-com convention gives structure to all six of her masterworks—which goes to show that the romance genre, far from mere escapism, can be an ideal lens through which to observe a society’s values.
—
Judy Berman, Time, 2 May 2025
Still, the dark side of Venus in Pisces is deception, as this could open us up to the risks of illusions and emotional escapism.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 24 Apr. 2025
After all, with everything happening in the world, passion, connection and true escapism are just what the doctor ordered.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 17 Apr. 2025
This raises questions about the potential for these platforms to cultivate unhealthy attachments and foster escapism, particularly among vulnerable adolescents.
—Shrikant Nagori, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for escapism
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Judy Berman, Time, 2 May 2025
Still, the dark side of Venus in Pisces is deception, as this could open us up to the risks of illusions and emotional escapism.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 24 Apr. 2025
After all, with everything happening in the world, passion, connection and true escapism are just what the doctor ordered.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 17 Apr. 2025
This raises questions about the potential for these platforms to cultivate unhealthy attachments and foster escapism, particularly among vulnerable adolescents.
—Shrikant Nagori, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for escapism
Cite this Entry
“Escapism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/escapism. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
Copy CitationKids Definition
escapism
noun
es·cap·ism
is-ˈkā-ˌpiz-əm
: a habit of thinking or a form of entertainment about purely imaginary or amusing things that provides an escape from reality or everyday matters
Medical Definition
escapism
noun
es·cap·ism
is-ˈkā-ˌpiz-əm
: habitual diversion of the mind to purely imaginative activity or entertainment as an escape from reality or routine
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share