escape from reality

a defensive reaction involving the use of fantasy as a means of avoiding conflicts and problems of daily living. See also flight from reality.

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September 8th 2024

speciesism

n. discriminatory, prejudicial, or exploitative practices against nonhuman animals, often on the basis of an assumption of human superiority. See also animal rights. —speciesist n., adj.