overconsumption

noun

over·con·sump·tion ˌō-vər-kən-ˈsəm(p)-shən

: excessive consumption or use of something

the overconsumption of fossil fuels

overconsumption of alcohol

The flip side of deficient saving, of course, is overconsumption. At its peak in 1987, household expenditure as a percentage of national income was 74%, almost four percentage points above the highest levels reached during the previous two decades.—

Robert S. Gay

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Fructose Malabsorption Although more research is needed to understand the cause of fructose malabsorption fully, researchers believe it may be caused by: Fructose overconsumption: Humans can absorb a limited amount of fructose. —

Devineé Lingo, M.s., Health, 1 Nov. 2024 The goal: Save money, cut back on overconsumption and be more mindful of wasteful shopping habits. —

Brittney Melton, NPR, 16 Sep. 2024 But its creators seem more interested in painting overconsumption and riches as what everyone secretly desires. —

Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 19 Aug. 2024 Here's how – and why should still avoid overconsumption. —

Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 21 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for overconsumption

Word History

First Known Use

1826, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of overconsumption was in 1826

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“Overconsumption.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overconsumption. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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