Synonyms for

Sell

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

Definition

To exchange goods or services for money.

Synonyms & similar words

trade betray buy deal market trade peddle hawk vend promote retail merchandise barter dispose auction liquidate unload transfer deliver supply provide distribute circulate transfer

Synonyms by register

Formal

dispose of vend market trade

Informal

hustle move flog shift

Literary

barter exchange

Antonyms

buy purchase acquire obtain get receive

Common collocations

  • sell out
  • sell off
  • sell well
  • sell fast
  • sell cheap
  • sell dear
  • sell something
  • sell for a profit

Word family

noun sale
verb sell
adjective sellable

Usage note

While 'sell' is a general term, 'vend' is often used in more formal or legal contexts. Be mindful of the context when choosing a synonym.

Example sentences

  1. I want to sell my bike so I can buy a new one.
  2. My mom will sell her crafts at the farmer's market.
  3. The store will sell fresh produce.
  4. I can sell lemonade to earn money.
  5. The company will sell their products online.

Quotes

  • You don't sell the steak, you sell the sizzle.
  • If you can't sell, you can't succeed.
  • The best way to sell yourself to others is first to sell the others to yourself.

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