👉 In economics, a "discommodity" is an item or commodity that is neither necessary nor desirable for consumption but which is widely available and often used in everyday life. This means that it is not essential to have, but it can be obtained relatively easily and frequently. For example, if you are traveling on a plane, you might consider the flight attendants' bread, which is generally considered a "discommodity" because it is not necessary for survival but is available in abundance. Similarly