consumerism
US /kənˈsuː.mɚ.ɪ.zəm/
UK /kənˈsjuː.mə.rɪ.zəm/
名詞
1.
消費主義, 消費者保護
the protection or promotion of the interests of consumers.
範例:
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The rise of consumerism led to stronger product safety laws.
消費主義的興起導致了更嚴格的產品安全法。
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Advocates for consumerism push for fair trade practices.
消費主義的倡導者推動公平貿易實踐。
2.
消費主義, 物質主義
the preoccupation of society with the acquisition of consumer goods.
範例:
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Modern society is often criticized for its excessive consumerism.
現代社會常因其過度消費主義而受到批評。
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The holiday season often fuels a surge in consumerism.
假日季節常常助長消費主義的激增。