c the theory that an increasing consumption of goods is economically beneficial

c a movement advocating greater protection of the interests of consumers

c Consumerism is a social and economic order that is based on the systematic creation
and fostering of a desire to purchase commodity goods in ever greater amounts. ...

c A policy of protecting and informing consumers through honesty in advertising and

packaging, improved safety standards etc; A materialistic attachment to possessions; An
economic theory that increased consumption is beneficial to a nation's economy in the
long run

c The Consumerist is a consumer affairs blog owned by Consumers Union and edited by a
team led by co-executive editors Ben Popken and Meghann Marco. The blog's focus is
on consumerism and consumers' experiences and issues with companies and
corporations, concentrating mostly on U.S. consumers. ...

c Involves the activities of government, business, and independent organizations that are
designed to protect individuals from practices infringing upon their rights as consumers.
c (1) Advocating the rights of consumers,against the efforts of advertisers,
c (2) The emphasis of advertising and marketing efforts toward creating consumers.
These two definitions are almost opposite in meaning, but the former is commonly used
today, while the latter was common prior to the 1970s.