Commodification

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Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /ˌkɑːˌmɑːdəfɪˈkeɪʃən/

Definitions of commodification

noun the action or process of treating something as a commodity or a product that can be bought or sold

Example Sentences

A1 The commodification of goods has led to cheaper prices for consumers.

A2 The commodification of art has made it more accessible to the general public.

B1 The commodification of education has raised concerns about the quality of learning.

B2 The commodification of nature has resulted in environmental degradation.

C1 The commodification of culture has sparked debates about cultural appropriation.

C2 The commodification of human relationships has been criticized for devaluing personal connections.

Examples of commodification in a Sentence

formal The commodification of natural resources has led to environmental degradation.

informal The commodification of music has made it easier to access a wide variety of songs.

slang The commodification of sneakers is off the charts right now.

figurative The commodification of love in romantic movies sets unrealistic expectations for relationships.

Grammatical Forms of commodification

past tense

commodified

plural

commodifications

comparative

more commodified

superlative

most commodified

present tense

commodifies

future tense

will commodify

perfect tense

has commodified

continuous tense

is commodifying

singular

commodification

positive degree

commodified

infinitive

to commodify

gerund

commodifying

participle

commodified

Origin and Evolution of commodification

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'commodification' originated from the Latin word 'commodus' meaning 'convenient' or 'useful'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of goods or services being treated as commodities for sale, the term 'commodification' has evolved to also refer to the process of turning something into a commodity, often involving the transformation of ideas, beliefs, or cultural practices into marketable products.