anti-consumerism
nounUK /ˌænti kənˈsjuːmərɪzəm/
US /ˌæntaɪ kənˈsuːmərɪzəm/
Anti-consumerism is the idea that people should buy fewer things and not care so much about shopping.
Her anti-consumerism made her repair old clothes instead of buying new ones.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A social movement that criticizes companies for pushing people to buy too much.
The anti-consumerism movement held a protest outside the big shopping mall.
3. A personal choice to avoid wasteful spending and focus on needs rather than wants.
His anti-consumerism led him to give away most of his gadgets.
4. Criticism of advertising that makes people feel they must own the newest products.
The class discussed anti-consumerism and how ads target children.