Synonyms of materialism

Noun


1. materialism, philistinism, desire

usage: a desire for wealth and material possessions with little interest in ethical or spiritual matters

2. materialism, physicalism, philosophical doctrine, philosophical theory

usage: (philosophy) the philosophical theory that matter is the only reality

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Definition and meaning of materialism (Dictionary)