1. relating to or characterized by the belief that buying and consuming goods is beneficial to the economy and society
2. focused on or encouraging the acquisition of consumer goods

1. a person who believes in or promotes consumerism

Examples

• The consumerist culture encourages people to buy more than they need.
• Critics argue that consumerist values have replaced traditional community bonds.
• The advertisement reflected typical consumerist messaging about happiness through purchasing.
• She rejected the consumerist lifestyle and chose to live more simply.
• The economist was known as a consumerist who believed spending drives prosperity.
• Many young people are questioning consumerist assumptions about success.
• The store’s consumerist approach focused entirely on increasing sales volume.