| − | '''Consumerism''' is when the consumption of [[goods]] and [[services]] in a culture increases to an extent beyond what people need. The term also has the positive meaning of a consumer-friendly climate.<ref>http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/consumerism</ref> However, the term is usually negative, particularly when modified, e.g. "excessive consumerism." | + | '''Consumerism''' is when the consumption of [[goods]] and [[services]] in a culture increases to an extent beyond what people need. The term also has the positive meaning of a consumer-friendly climate.<ref>https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/consumerism</ref> However, the term is usually negative, particularly when modified, e.g. "excessive consumerism." |