consumerism
nounAn emphasis on acquiring and consuming goods; also advocacy for consumers' interests.
Emphasis on consumption
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nounAn emphasis on possessions and physical comfort; in philosophy, the view that reality is fundamentally material.
Priority given to possessions
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