Happiness vs. consumerism

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consumerism
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he preoccupation of society with the acquisition of consumer goods. "many people are becoming increasingly conscious of the environmental impact of consumerism"
fulfilment
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the achievement of something desired, promised, or predicted. "winning the championship was the fulfilment of a childhood dream"
possessions
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something that is owned or possessed. "I had no money or possessions"
admire
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regard with respect or warm approval. "I admire your courage"
persuade
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nduce (someone) to do something through reasoning or argument. "it wasn't easy, but I persuaded him to do the right thing"
tempted
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entice or try to entice (someone) to do something that they find attractive but know to be wrong or unwise. "there'll always be someone tempted by the rich pickings of poaching"
bombarded
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subject (someone) to a continuous flow of questions, criticisms, or information. "they will be bombarded with complaints"

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