Synonyms for

Dealers

Verb / ˈdi:lɜ:z / Another word for dealers — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Dealers is the plural form of the noun dealer which means a person or business that buys and sells goods.

Synonyms & similar words

principal dealer trader monger bargainer traders sellers merchants vendors distributors resellers brokers agents middlemen peddlers hawkers shopkeepers retailers wholesalers purchasers buyers suppliers procurers importers exporters

Synonyms by register

Formal

vendors merchants distributors suppliers retailers

Informal

sellers traders mongers peddlers

Literary

purveyors traffickers

Antonyms

buyers consumers customers recipients purchasers clients

Common collocations

  • car dealers
  • drug dealers
  • art dealers
  • used car dealers
  • authorized dealers
  • independent dealers
  • dealers choice
  • real estate dealers

Word family

noun dealer
verb deal
adjective dealing

Usage note

The word 'dealers' often carries negative connotations, especially when referring to illegal activities like drug dealing. It is generally neutral when referring to legitimate businesses like car or art dealers.

Example sentences

  1. The dealers at the farmer's market sell fresh produce.
  2. My dad is a car dealer and he sells different types of cars.
  3. The antique dealers have a lot of valuable items in their store.
  4. The drug dealers were arrested by the police.
  5. The art dealers were bidding on a rare painting at the auction.

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