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/ˌoʊvərkənˈsʌmpʃən/ · o·ver·con·sum·ption
noun
  1. Excessive consumption, especially of food, drink, or resources. The overconsumption of sugary beverages is linked to rising rates of obesity.
Did you know? The term gained prominence in environmental circles during the 1990s, featuring in UN reports warning that overconsumption of natural resources threatens planetary health.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026