Synonyms for

Purchased

Verb / ˈpɜ:tʃʌst / Another word for purchased — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

bought something

Synonyms & similar words

purchase buy sell acquired obtained bought procured secured invested got gained attained earned won carried collected gathered fetched retrieved brought had

Synonyms by register

Formal

acquired procured obtained secured

Informal

got nabbed snagged copped

Literary

boughten won

Antonyms

sold given donated bartered lent rented

Common collocations

  • recently purchased
  • newly purchased
  • purchased item
  • purchased goods
  • purchased property
  • purchased shares
  • purchased tickets
  • purchased online

Word family

noun purchase
verb purchase
adjective purchased

Usage note

While 'bought' is a common synonym, 'purchased' often implies a more formal or significant transaction. It is the past participle of the verb 'to purchase'.

Example sentences

  1. My mom purchased a plant for our garden.
  2. He purchased a ticket for the movie.
  3. They purchased a new car.
  4. She purchased a dress for the wedding.
  5. We purchased a book at the bookstore.

Quotes

  • I have purchased many things in my life, and I have never once been happy with any of them. - Lemony Snicket
  • I have purchased the best possible typewriter - Oscar Wilde
  • I have purchased more than a few things on impulse. - Kirsten Gillibrand

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