单词	consumerism
释义	consumerism noun con·​sum·​er·​ism kən-ˈsü-mə-ˌri-zəm  -mər-ˌi- 1 : the theory that an increasing consumption of goods is economically desirable also : a preoccupation with and an inclination toward the buying of consumer goods … the contemporary marketplace is shaped solely by the craven needs of lowbrow consumerism … Thomas Byrne Edsall 2 : the promotion of the consumer's interests consumerist kən-ˈsü-mə-rist  -mər-ist noun or adjective consumeristic kən-ˌsü-mə-ˈri-stik  -mər-ˈi- adjective Example Sentences concerns about increasing consumerism among teenagers Recent Examples on the Web With that ecstatic visual, Baumbach nails a key theme of the book — Americans seeking solace from their mortality in consumerism. David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 31 Aug. 2022 Stew in the juices of American consumerism for long enough, and the apartment with brand-new floors and counters might just start to seem like the obviously correct choice. Amanda Mull, The Atlantic, 19 Aug. 2022 Sustainability in that sense also means aversion against consumerism. Shivaram Rajgopal, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2022 For devotees, Buy Nothing is less a statement about consumerism than an antidote to some of the social ills and financial pressures of the moment. Washington Post, 10 Dec. 2021 Elvis Presley proved that consumerism, when channeled productively, could be creative and liberating. Michael T. Bertrand, The Conversation, 22 June 2022 Location independence allows entrepreneurs to live a freer life not tied to consumerism. Kimanzi Constable, Fortune, 14 Apr. 2022 Alternatively, #BlackGirlLuxury is criticized for promoting hyper-consumerism, unrealistic expectations, and unhealthy spending habits. Lenora E. Houseworth, Allure, 14 June 2022 Your image for the cover is a gentle critique of consumerism. Françoise Mouly, The New Yorker, 6 June 2022 See More Word History Etymology see consume First Known Use 1915, in the meaning defined at sense 2 Phrases Containing consumerism anti-consumerism anti-consumerism
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