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con·sum·er·ism
 consumerism
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- Word Combinations (noun)
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| definition 1: |
the idea that the consumption of goods is beneficial to society or its economy.
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a movement that attempts to protect consumers from defective or harmful goods and services and from unfair business practices such as deceptive advertising.
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