Materialism And Consumerism Vocabulary

noun a supply or accumulation that is hidden or carefully guarded for preservation, future use, etc.

• The archaeologist uncovered a hoard of ancient coins buried beneath the ruins.
• I found a hoard of snacks hidden in my room.
• She's always hoarding makeup, even though she never uses most of it.
• He hoarded his emotions, never letting anyone see how he truly felt.

noun the state of having a great deal of money; wealth

• The country's economic growth has led to an increase in affluency among its citizens.
• His sudden affluency came as a surprise to everyone who knew him.
• She's living the high life now, all that affluency has gone to her head.
• In the world of art, affluency can be measured by the value of the collector's acquisitions.