Definition

Describing something that is against or not in favor of commercialism, which is the practice of making a profit from goods and services.

Example

The artist's work is often seen as anticommercial, focusing on expression rather than profit.

Conversation

Have you noticed how many ads there are everywhere now?

Yeah, it's overwhelming and feels so anticommercial sometimes.

I appreciate brands that focus on quality instead of just selling.

Same here! I think more people should support those anticommercial efforts.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Anticommercial is formed from "anti-" (meaning against) and "commercial" (from Latin "commercium", meaning trade or commerce). The word describes something that is against or opposed to commerce or commercial activities.

Memory Tip

Think of 'anti-' meaning against, and 'commercial' relating to trade — so anticommercial refers to being against trade or commerce.

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