Associations to the word «Consumerism»

Wiktionary

CONSUMERISM, noun. A policy of protecting and informing consumers through honesty in advertising and packaging, improved safety standards etc
CONSUMERISM, noun. A materialistic attachment to possessions.
CONSUMERISM, noun. An economic theory that increased consumption is beneficial to a nation's economy in the long run.

Dictionary definition

CONSUMERISM, noun. The theory that an increasing consumption of goods is economically beneficial.
CONSUMERISM, noun. A movement advocating greater protection of the interests of consumers.

Wise words

Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.
Leo Buscaglia