consumer

Definitions

A person who purchases goods and services for personal use.

An organism that feeds on other organisms in a food chain.

A person or thing that uses up a resource or commodity.

Examples

The modern consumer is increasingly concerned about the environmental impact of their purchases.

Consumer confidence has reached a record high following the recent economic recovery.

Synonyms

customer buyer purchaser client shopper user end-user

Antonyms

producer manufacturer creator maker supplier provider vendor