vicarious
/vɪˈkɛəɹi.əs/ adjective C2- Delegated.
- Experienced or gained by taking in another person’s experience rather than through first-hand experience, such as through watching or reading. · People experience vicarious pleasures through watching television.
- On behalf of others.
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