GAFIA

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Sense 1

Meaning · English

The state of becoming involved in science fiction and fandom activity, leaving the mundane world.

Register: dated, slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

gafia - (Wilson) - Get Away From It All; motto of escapism.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

The state of exiting or becoming inactive in fandom.

Register: dated, slang

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “GAFIA” mean?

The state of becoming involved in science fiction and fandom activity, leaving the mundane world.

Is “GAFIA” formal or informal?

GAFIA is generally dated, slang.