commercialism
noun
com·mer·cial·ism
kə-ˈmər-shə-ˌli-zəm 
1
: commercial spirit, institutions, or methods
2
: excessive emphasis on profit
Examples of commercialism in a Sentence
the commercialism of modern society
the increasing commercialism of the Christmas holiday
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While commercialism exists, the authentic human connection ignited by shared emotions, like a goal celebration, represents the Cup's most enduring and invaluable legacy, transcending mere competition.
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Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
That’s not to say that Davis solely chased commercialism at the expense of art.
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Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
26 June 2026
For him, the holiday is about commercialism, but honoring the people who paved the way.
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La'tasha Givens,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
Just look at the commercialism surrounding Christmas and Easter.
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Jennifer Rosen Heinz,
Parents,
17 June 2026
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Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
That’s not to say that Davis solely chased commercialism at the expense of art.
—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
26 June 2026
For him, the holiday is about commercialism, but honoring the people who paved the way.
—
La'tasha Givens,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
Just look at the commercialism surrounding Christmas and Easter.
—
Jennifer Rosen Heinz,
Parents,
17 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for commercialism
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“Commercialism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/commercialism. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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