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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Deadpool & Wolverine is being used as a litmus test for various things, art, commercialism, consumerism, and the capability to have fun or not.
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Richard Newby, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 July 2024
And that’s how the conference of Bill Friday, the former UNC System president and a staunch critic of the commercialism and money of big-time college sports, became a bicoastal league driven, like any other, with protecting and maximizing its television revenue.
—Andrew Carter, Orlando Sentinel, 18 July 2024
With less commercialism, national seashores can also offer an escape from crowds.
—Food Drink Life, Orlando Sentinel, 29 June 2024
The act of protest on and off the catwalk marked a departure from fashion's latest era: commercialism and consumerism, minus the critical lens of political resistance.
—Naledi Ushe, USA TODAY, 5 June 2024
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Richard Newby, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 July 2024
And that’s how the conference of Bill Friday, the former UNC System president and a staunch critic of the commercialism and money of big-time college sports, became a bicoastal league driven, like any other, with protecting and maximizing its television revenue.
—Andrew Carter, Orlando Sentinel, 18 July 2024
With less commercialism, national seashores can also offer an escape from crowds.
—Food Drink Life, Orlando Sentinel, 29 June 2024
The act of protest on and off the catwalk marked a departure from fashion's latest era: commercialism and consumerism, minus the critical lens of political resistance.
—Naledi Ushe, USA TODAY, 5 June 2024
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“Commercialism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/commercialism. Accessed 16 Oct. 2024.
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