materialistic
adjective/məˌtɪriəˈlɪstɪk/
Frequency rank: #13,202 most common English word
Meaning
placing excessive value on material possessions and wealth.
Example sentence
She became very materialistic after moving to the city, always wanting the latest fashion and gadgets.
Synonyms & related words
- greedy
- acquisitive
- consumerist
- superficial
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