commercialism

commercialism
/keuh merr"sheuh liz'euhm/, n.
1. the principles, practices, and spirit of commerce.
2. a commercial attitude in noncommercial affairs; inappropriate or excessive emphasis on profit, success, or immediate results.
3. a commercial custom or expression.
[COMMERCIAL + -ISM]

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