1
as in to purchase
to get possession of (something) by giving money in exchange for
I really want to buy that new book, but I don't have enough money right now
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in to bribe
to influence someone with a bribe
there were rumors that the mobster had bought the judge
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in to believe
to regard as right or true
if you buy that story, then I have a bridge in Brooklyn you might be interested in
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in steal
something bought or offered for sale at a desirable price
four cartons of ice cream for four dollars is a real buy
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of buy
Kirill Sagitov, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
The stock fell to $16.69 in the minute of his post to buy shares.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2025
David Rae, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
That alone sounds like a deal, but with today's discount bringing the price down to around $500, this is a very smart buy for those who want a bit more out of their touch laptop.
—Jade Chung-Lee, PC Magazine, 7 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for buy
Verb
How Social Sentiment Analysis Helps In Stock Price Prediction
Investors and traders need to react quickly to events that may prompt stockholders to buy or sell.
—Kirill Sagitov, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
The stock fell to $16.69 in the minute of his post to buy shares.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
The choice around Tesla stock buys/sells may be politically charged.
—David Rae, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
That alone sounds like a deal, but with today's discount bringing the price down to around $500, this is a very smart buy for those who want a bit more out of their touch laptop.
—Jade Chung-Lee, PC Magazine, 7 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for buy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for buy
Verb
-
Vogue may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers.—
Laia Garcia-Furtado,
Vogue,
10 Apr. 2025
-
In addition to the fashion show, guests who purchase tickets can look forward to a Franconian-American three-course menu.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
-
One high-ranking gang member, speaking to CNN, admitted to multiple killings – and said bribing police is routine.—
Abel Alvarado,
CNN Money,
29 Mar. 2025
-
The same history that members of Congress cited in their decision to negotiate and adopt the FCPA includes the names of dozens of U.S. companies that bribed their way into valuable concessions, procurement contracts, and deals.—
Richard Nephew,
Foreign Affairs,
24 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
Jones believes the debate will only end when lawmakers take action.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2025
-
In China, markets fluctuated as investors responded to the White House clarifying that the level of tariffs on Chinese goods is now 145% -- not 125% as previously believed.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
In 65 games, the former Kentucky Wildcat is averaging 17.2 points per game, 3.8 rebounds, 5.6 assists, and 0.9 steals while shooting 43.9 percent from the field and 32.5 percent from three in 31.6 minutes.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
-
Beekman, a 23-year-old undrafted guard, led eight Nets in double figures with 14 points, five assists and three steals in his first career start.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
-
The play-in tournament means you are certified to have had a mediocre season, like Miami’s 37-45.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
19 Apr. 2025
-
Seven additional people involved in the collision had minor injuries.—
Amy McDaniel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Apr. 2025
Verb
-
Some people with type 2 diabetes take oral medications to keep their blood sugar in control.—
Julia Ries,
Health,
9 Apr. 2025
-
People with diabetes who are using insulin, taking medication that lowers blood glucose, or are at risk of ketoacidosis should proceed with caution and be supervised by a healthcare professional.—
Melissa Nieves,
Verywell Health,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Some investors tried to find some bargains in the rubble of the worst decline since the pandemic in 2020, giving the market a bit of a boost.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
-
However, those bargain tickets are only for children between the ages of 3 and 9.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
Joann only accepting in-store purchases during closure All Forever 21 stores to be closed by May 1 following closing sales, operator says Is your favorite restaurant charging you extra for eggs?—
Fernando Cervantes Jr.,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
-
In the end, Guerrero accepted a deal for $265 million less than Soto.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Buy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buy. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share