Definition of "materialism" []

• Philosophy The theory that physical matter is the only reality and that everything, including thought, feeling, mind, and will, can be explained in terms of matter and physical phenomena. (noun)
• The theory or attitude that physical well-being and worldly possessions constitute the greatest good and highest value in life. (noun)
• A great or excessive regard for worldly concerns. (noun)

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• "According to Wikipedia materialism is a form of physicalism."
• "#83 – I agree with our little Ian and you that our materialism is a great contributor to global warming, but I love it that Ian throws in the sin, immorality, Antichrist and Beast bits."
• "In his ultimate view of life, he was a drastic pessimist, and what we call materialism receives from his hands the clinching fiat of a terrific imprimatur."