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Consumerism
01
a social or political movement promoting the protection and rights of buyers of goods and services
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Examples
The organization supports consumerism by lobbying for product safety laws.
02
the idea or belief that personal well-being and happiness depend on the purchase of material goods
Examples
The holiday season is often associated with consumerism, as people are encouraged to buy gifts for friends and family.
Lexical Tree
consumerism
consumer
consume
