Anti-commercialism
the principles, practices, and spirit of commerce.
a att-tude in noncommercial affairs; inappropriate or excessive emphasis on profit, success, or immediate results.
a custom or expression.
noun
the spirit, principles, or procedure of commerce
exclusive or inappropriate emphasis on profit
n.
“principles and practice of commerce,” 1849, from commercial (adj.) + -ism.
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