Synonyms for

Exchange

Verb / ɪˈkstʃeɪndʒ / Another word for exchange — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Exchange means the act of giving or receiving something in return for something else.

Synonyms & similar words

central interchange change commute substitution switchover convert switch rally substitute replace telephoneexchange commutation trade swap barter replace substitute switch transact commute convert alternate interchange reciprocate transfer traffic transmit deal pass mutualize

Synonyms by register

Formal

interchange barter reciprocate commute

Informal

swap trade switch give and take

Literary

communion intercourse

Antonyms

keep retain hold possess hoard withhold

Common collocations

  • exchange rate
  • exchange program
  • exchange ideas
  • exchange gifts
  • stock exchange
  • foreign exchange
  • exchange money
  • exchange views

Word family

noun exchange
verb exchange
adjective exchangeable

Usage note

While 'exchange' can refer to a general giving and receiving, it often implies a more formal or structured transaction, especially in financial contexts like the stock exchange.

Example sentences

  1. I went to the exchange to get some foreign currency.
  2. Can we exchange our toys?
  3. The exchange rate for euros to dollars is high today.
  4. I want to exchange this shirt for a different color.
  5. We exchanged phone numbers and promised to keep in touch.

Quotes

  • Life is an exchange program: You get out what you put in.
  • Friendship is the exchange of trust.
  • Love is not a transaction. It is an exchange.

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