overconsumption
[/ˌoʊvərkənˈsʌmpʃən/]
nounpl: overconsumptions
consumo excessivo
1. The act of consuming more of something than is necessary, healthy, or sustainable
The overconsumption of sugar is linked to obesity and diabetes.
O consumo excessivo de açúcar está associado à obesidade e diabetes.
2. Excessive use of resources beyond what is needed or what the environment can sustain
Overconsumption of water in arid regions threatens future water supplies.
O consumo excessivo de água em regiões áridas ameaça os futuros suprimentos de água.
3. A pattern of buying and using goods excessively, often driven by consumerism
The overconsumption of fast fashion contributes to environmental pollution.
O consumo excessivo de moda rápida contribui para a poluição ambiental.
Related Idioms & Phrases
keeping up with the Joneses (relatado ao consumo excessivo por competição social)
conspicuous consumption (consumo ostensivo ou excessivo para demonstrar status)
throwaway culture (cultura do descarte, associada ao consumo excessivo)
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