"materialism" in Chinese (Simplified)

• 物质主义

Definition

物质主义是指认为金钱、财物和物质享受比精神或道德价值更重要的一种观念。

Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))

通常用于社会、哲学或批评语境，常带贬义。常见搭配有“消费主义物质主义”、“西方物质主义”、“拒绝物质主义”。不要与“物质”（材料）或纯哲学理论混淆。

Examples

Many people believe that materialism makes society less happy.

许多人认为**物质主义**让社会变得不那么幸福。

She criticizes materialism in her speeches.

她在演讲中批评**物质主义**。

Materialism is a popular topic in philosophy classes.

**物质主义**是哲学课上的热门话题。

Some think modern advertising encourages materialism among young people.

有人认为现代广告助长了年轻人的**物质主义**倾向。

He rejects materialism and prefers a simpler life.

他拒绝**物质主义**，更喜欢简单的生活。

Debates about materialism often come up during the holidays.

关于**物质主义**的讨论经常在节日期间出现。