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Thesaurus Synonym for Consumerism

Synonyms:

• Materialism
• Commercialism
• Capitalism
• Acquisitiveness

Definition:

Consumerism refers to the ideology that encourages excessive and continuous buying of goods and services, often driven by the desire for status, pleasure, or personal satisfaction.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Popular Definition - The preoccupation of society with the acquisition and consumption of products and services.

Example Sentence:

"The relentless marketing campaigns have fueled consumerism, leading people to constantly buy things they don't really need."

Sense 2:

Local Definition - The practical manifestation of consumerism within a specific region or community.

Example Sentence:

"In this town, consumerism manifests itself through the obsession with buying luxury cars and designer clothing."

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