Society
consumerism
noun
Definition
A social and economic order that encourages the acquisition of goods and services.
In a sentence
“Critics argue that consumerism contributes to environmental degradation and social inequality.”
Synonyms
materialismmass consumption
Common collocations
- rise of consumerism
- consumer culture
- mass consumerism
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