Overconsumption
Pronunciation: /ˈoʊvərkənˌsʌmpʃən/
Overconsumption (noun)
- The act of using or buying more goods or services than you really need.
- Eating or drinking more than the body needs, often leading to health problems.
- Using natural resources faster than they can be replaced, causing environmental damage.
Examples
- Overconsumption happens when people buy more than they need.
- Overconsumption can increase costs for families and communities.