Commercialistic

/ˌkəmɜːrʃəˈlɪstɪk/ adjective

Definition

Characteristic of or pertaining to commercialism; overly focused on profit and commercial considerations.

Etymology

From 'commercialism' plus the suffix '-ic' or '-istic' (characteristic of). This adjectival form allows description of systems, attitudes, or practices reflecting commercial priorities.

Kelly Says

People often describe something as 'commercialistic' when it feels like profit-seeking has corrupted its original purpose—a 'commercialistic' holiday tradition is one where gift-buying and spending have eclipsed family meaning, turning sacred time into shopping time.

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