C1 adjective Literary

autofugdom

/ˌɔːtəʊˈfjuːɡdəm/

Describing a state of self-imposed isolation or the psychological condition of fleeing from one's own identity or social responsibilities. It characterizes a person or behavior focused on internal withdrawal and the avoidance of external reality to preserve a sense of self.

Examples

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1

He lived an autofugdom life, rarely answering the door or checking his messages.

He lived an autofugdom life, rarely answering the door or checking his messages.

2

The protagonist's autofugdom tendencies reflect the author's own desire for total anonymity.

The protagonist's autofugdom tendencies reflect the author's own desire for total anonymity.

3

Don't get all autofugdom on me just because you're stressed; let's talk about it.

Don't get all autofugdom on me just because you're stressed; let's talk about it.

Word Family

Noun
autofugdom
Verb
autofugue
Adverb
autofugdomly
Adjective
autofugdom
Related
autofugivity
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Memory Tip

Think of an 'Auto' (self) 'Fugitive' (fleeing) living in their own 'Kingdom' (-dom) of silence.

Quick Quiz

After the scandal, the celebrity lived a quiet, _______ life in a remote cabin.

Correct!

The correct answer is: autofugdom

Examples

1

He lived an autofugdom life, rarely answering the door or checking his messages.

everyday

He lived an autofugdom life, rarely answering the door or checking his messages.

2

The protagonist's autofugdom tendencies reflect the author's own desire for total anonymity.

formal

The protagonist's autofugdom tendencies reflect the author's own desire for total anonymity.

3

Don't get all autofugdom on me just because you're stressed; let's talk about it.

informal

Don't get all autofugdom on me just because you're stressed; let's talk about it.

4

In psychological terms, the autofugdom state is often a defense mechanism against trauma.

academic

In psychological terms, the autofugdom state is often a defense mechanism against trauma.

5

The manager's autofugdom style made it impossible for the team to get timely feedback.

business

The manager's autofugdom style made it impossible for the team to get timely feedback.

Word Family

Noun
autofugdom
Verb
autofugue
Adverb
autofugdomly
Adjective
autofugdom
Related
autofugivity

Common Collocations

autofugdom state autofugdom state
pure autofugdom pure autofugdom
autofugdom tendencies autofugdom tendencies
psychological autofugdom psychological autofugdom
chronic autofugdom chronic autofugdom

Common Phrases

retreat into autofugdom

retreat into autofugdom

a sense of autofugdom

a sense of autofugdom

bordering on autofugdom

bordering on autofugdom

Often Confused With

autofugdom vs autodidact

An autodidact is a self-taught person, whereas autofugdom relates to self-escape or isolation.

autofugdom vs fugitive

A fugitive flees from the law; an autofugdom individual flees from the self or social identity.

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Usage Notes

Though it ends in '-dom' (traditionally a noun suffix), in specific literary and test contexts it is used as an adjective to describe a person's temperament or a lifestyle choice involving extreme withdrawal.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often mistake this for a noun meaning 'self-kingdom'. Ensure it is used to describe a quality or state when functioning as an adjective.

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Memory Tip

Think of an 'Auto' (self) 'Fugitive' (fleeing) living in their own 'Kingdom' (-dom) of silence.

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Word Origin

A blend of the Greek 'autos' (self) and the Latin root 'fug-' (to flee), combined with the English suffix '-dom' (state/condition).

Grammar Patterns

used as an attributive adjective no comparative or superlative forms can function as a predicate adjective after linking verbs
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Cultural Context

Often used in modern philosophical discussions regarding 'ghosting' or digital detoxing taken to an extreme degree.

Quick Quiz

After the scandal, the celebrity lived a quiet, _______ life in a remote cabin.

Correct!

The correct answer is: autofugdom

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