con·sum·er·ism (k n-s  m-r z m)n. 1. The movement seeking to protect and inform consumers by requiring such practices as honest packaging and advertising, product guarantees, and improved safety standards. 2. The theory that a progressively greater consumption of goods is economically beneficial. 3. Attachment to materialistic values or possessions: deplored the rampant consumerism of contemporary society. con·sum er·ist n.con·sum er·istic adj. |
Translations
consumerist [kənˈsjuːmərɪst] adj (pejorative) [society] → consumériste
consumer protection n → défense f du consommateur
consumer society n → société f de consommation
consumer watchdog n → organisme m pour la défense des consommateurs
consumer protection n → défense f du consommateur
consumer society n → société f de consommation
consumer watchdog n → organisme m pour la défense des consommateurs
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