consumerism
definition
the preoccupation with and emphasis on the acquisition of consumer goods
example
The rise of consumerism has led to a culture where people often prioritize material possessions over personal relationships.
synonyms
materialismcommercialismcapitalism
word origin — The word 'consumerism' originated in the early 20th century, combining 'consumer' (which comes from the Latin 'consumere', meaning 'to use up, waste') with the suffix '-ism', indicating a doctrine or practice.