as in entertainment
an activity that allows people to forget about the real problems of life
The movie is pure escapism. Reading romantic novels is for her a form of escapism.
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Recent Examples of escapism
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.
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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
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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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for escapism
Noun
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Joe Marchese, a veteran ad exec and investor who once headed up sales at Fox Networks Group, has joined the board of directors at live entertainment firm Breakaway.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
28 May 2025
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And yet, for many, that's a price worth paying to have Central Park in your backyard, the Met as your local museum, and Broadway-caliber talent for regular entertainment.—
Amelia Mularz,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
Noun
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One parent judge loves these stacking cups for their endless amusement.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
22 May 2025
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Cruise also got a lot of props for once again putting his life on the line for our amusement.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
15 May 2025
Noun
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Casper's screenwriters, Deanna Oliver and Sherri Stoner, told EW in 1995 that executive producer Steven Spielberg wanted this tone to help broaden the enjoyment for both child and adult moviegoers.—
Steve Daly,
EW.com,
26 May 2025
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How much of our enjoyment comes from knowing that a great big movie star was putting his life on the line for ... a movie?—
Peter Rainer,
Christian Science Monitor,
22 May 2025
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Here, guests will find nail therapy rooms with zero-gravity chairs, a hydro therapy room, a med-spa room, and a relaxation room.—
Mae Hamilton,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2025
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Standout details include the 80-foot yacht’s twin-access swim platform that features the brand’s largest space for tender docking, watersports, and guest relaxation.—
Julia Zaltzman,
Robb Report,
21 May 2025
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“Escapism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/escapism. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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