Synonyms for

Wholesale

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

Definition

The selling of goods in large quantities to be sold by retailers at a profit.

Synonyms & similar words

retail inlargequantities sweeping bulk quantity mass load lot batch bundle consignment shipment delivery cargo stock inventory supply provisions commodities merchandise wares goods products

Synonyms by register

Formal

bulk mass extensive comprehensive

Informal

all-out big-time major total

Literary

sweeping unreserved

Antonyms

retail individual partial specific limited fractional

Common collocations

  • wholesale price
  • wholesale trade
  • wholesale market
  • wholesale distribution
  • wholesale business
  • wholesale purchase
  • wholesale destruction

Word family

noun wholesaler
adjective wholesale
adverb wholesale

Usage note

As an adverb, 'wholesale' means thoroughly or without reservation. As an adjective, it refers to selling goods in large quantities at lower prices. It is often used to describe actions that are comprehensive or complete.

Example sentences

  1. The company bought the materials wholesale to save money.
  2. The wholesale price was much lower than the retail price.
  3. She works for a wholesale distributor of clothing.
  4. The store only purchases products in wholesale quantities.
  5. The wholesale market is highly competitive.

Quotes

  • I buy my clothes wholesale and decorate them myself. - Snooki
  • I'm just a wholesale philosopher. - Chris Martin
  • I buy my furniture wholesale. - Ty Pennington

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