consumption-driven
|con-sump-tion-driv-en|
/kənˈsʌmpʃən ˈdrɪvən/
motivated by consumption
Etymology
'consumption' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'consumptio,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'sumere' meant 'to take.' 'Driven' comes from Old English 'drifan,' meaning 'to drive or propel.'
'consumptio' transformed into the French word 'consomption,' and eventually became the modern English word 'consumption.' 'Drifan' evolved into the modern English word 'drive.'
Initially, 'consumption' meant 'the act of consuming,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage. 'Driven' has maintained its meaning of 'propelled or motivated by.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
characterized or motivated by the act of consuming goods and services.
The economy is largely consumption-driven, relying heavily on consumer spending.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42