materialist
/məˈtɪriəlɪst/
noun
- A person who believes that physical possessions and money are the most important things in life.
- My uncle is a materialist who only cares about buying expensive cars and watches.
- She called him a materialist because he always talked about how much things cost.
- The character in the novel is a materialist who never finds happiness despite his wealth.
- A person who follows the philosophical theory that only physical matter exists and that thoughts and feelings are caused by physical processes.
- Many scientists are materialists because they focus on what can be observed and measured.
- The debate between the materialist and the idealist lasted for hours.
- As a materialist, the philosopher argued that consciousness is just a product of the brain.
Synonyms
Antonyms
adjective
- Relating to or characterized by a focus on material possessions and physical comfort rather than spiritual or intellectual values.
- Her materialist lifestyle left her feeling empty despite having everything she wanted.
- The advertisement promoted a materialist view of happiness through shopping.
- Some people reject the materialist culture of modern society and choose to live simply.
Synonyms