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Commodities

Verb / kʌˈmɑ:dʌti:z / Another word for commodities — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Commodities are raw materials or primary agricultural products that can be bought and sold, such as copper or coffee.

Synonyms & similar words

good tradegood commodity goods products merchandise stock produce supplies materials resources staples

Synonyms by register

Formal

goods wares products merchandise

Informal

stuff things bits and bobs

Literary

bounty yield

Antonyms

luxuries specials rarities uniques delicacies

Common collocations

  • raw commodities
  • agricultural commodities
  • energy commodities
  • financial commodities
  • trading commodities
  • market for commodities
  • price of commodities
  • global commodities

Word family

noun commodity

Usage note

Commodities typically refers to basic goods used in commerce that are interchangeable with other goods of the same type. It is often used in the context of trading and economics, and less commonly for luxury items.

Example sentences

  1. The price of commodities like oil and gas often fluctuates.
  2. Farmers sell their commodities at the market.
  3. Commodities traders buy and sell raw materials such as silver and gold.
  4. The country's economy relies heavily on its commodities exports.
  5. Investors often diversify their portfolios with commodities like precious metals.

Quotes

  • "The stock market is for people who want to get rich, and the commodities market is for people who are rich." - Jim Rogers
  • "I don't buy gold, I own it. I don't buy commodities, I own them." - Jim Rogers
  • "Commodities are the raw materials for the economy. Infrastructure is the glue that holds it together." - Jeffrey Immelt

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