Synonyms of commercialism

commercialism

noun

as in greed

disapproving the practice or attitude of placing an excessive emphasis on earning money, making a profit, or buying goods

the increasing commercialism of the Christmas holiday

She decried the commercialism of modern society where objects of purely artistic value were often ignored.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• greed
• materialism
• possessiveness
• acquisitiveness
• avarice
• rapaciousness
• greediness
• avariciousness
• rapacity
• hunger
• appetite
• thirst
• cupidity
• covetousness
• longing
• gluttony
• avidity
• desire
• avidness
• drive
• mercenariness
• graspingness
• craving
• yearning
• voracity
• yen
• piggishness
• lust
• pining
• ravenousness
• hankering
• gluttonousness
• passion
• itch

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• generosity
• philanthropy
• charity
• liberality
• magnanimity
• unselfishness
• bounty
• largess
• largesse
• altruism
• bountifulness
• selflessness
• generousness
• bounteousness
• satisfaction
• openheartedness
• gratification
• openhandedness
• fulfillment
• contentment
• fulfilment

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of commercialism

Travel Tuesday could be considered commercialism’s latest lovechild, but the new holiday booking spree is also representative of consumers' desires to spend money on experiences instead of physical belongings. —Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Nov. 2024

That doesn’t mean the Games aren’t filled with commercialism aimed at maximizing profits and sharing little of the riches with the athletes. —Matthew Futterman, The Athletic, 26 July 2024

Hana provides a unique and authentic Hawaiian experience away from the crowds and commercialism of more popular tourist destinations. —Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 15 Dec. 2024

Still, passions about Black Friday run deep, rooted in family traditions and stances on capitalism, consumerism and commercialism of the holidays. —Eric Larsen, The Indianapolis Star, 28 Nov. 2024