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
Clio Chang,
Curbed,
30 June 2026
No private-equity firm has bothered to buy a retail brokerage to vertically integrate their push onto Main Street.
—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
30 June 2026
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
29 June 2026
Even summer packing lists call for a lightweight layer to beat fluctuating cabin temperatures and breezy oceanfront evenings, which is why the BeCalm Wrap-front Long-sleeve Shirt is a no-brainer buy at 38 percent off.
—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
28 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for buy
Verb
After Burge’s death in 1972, Angelo Donghia, Burge’s mentee and partner at Burge-Donghia Interiors, bought the house and brought Gifford back to expand its footprint.
—
Clio Chang,
Curbed,
30 June 2026
No private-equity firm has bothered to buy a retail brokerage to vertically integrate their push onto Main Street.
—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
30 June 2026
Noun
TeraWulf — Shares were up 3% after Citi initiated coverage with a buy rating.
—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
29 June 2026
Even summer packing lists call for a lightweight layer to beat fluctuating cabin temperatures and breezy oceanfront evenings, which is why the BeCalm Wrap-front Long-sleeve Shirt is a no-brainer buy at 38 percent off.
—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
28 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for buy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for buy
Verb
-
But the move has at times faced criticism from those who point out that new customers still must purchase Starlink receivers to access the service.
-
Index inclusion typically leads passive funds and ETFs that track the benchmark to purchase shares as part of their regular rebalancing process.
Verb
-
Undercover recordings allegedly captured Owens detailing how public officials could be bribed and how the illicit funds could be laundered through businesses and campaign donations, the outlet reported.
-
They are charged with wire fraud conspiracy, bribery in sporting contests and money laundering conspiracy for allegedly bribing Beasley to manipulate his performance.
Verb
-
But Nouel believes these video trends and online and in-person forums for women are helping to change that.
-
Police said, according to WBNS, that there was a history of domestic violence in the relationship, and it is believed to be the cause of Creech's death.
Noun
-
This is a steal on a top that minimizes chafing during even the most intense training sessions and offers maximum breathability.
-
Attachments aside, the vacuum as a whole is a steal for the price.
Verb
-
The sport has a big future because of you guys.
-
The land at Aqueduct is ready to go, no need for demolition, no need to remove and remediate dangerous industrial waste like other sites have.
Verb
-
To comply with the order, Anthropic was forced to take both models offline June 12.
-
Troopers, assisted by the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office and the Fort Worth Police Department, located the suspect nearby and took him into custody without incident.
Noun
-
Some concerts will be a bigger bargain than others.
-
Relative bargain Please do not be mad at me for relaying this insurance math.
Verb
-
On Wallace’s third attempt, David accepts the letter while grimacing.
-
Records show that requests to cancel both warrants were submitted and accepted on June 26, following an arraignment on the warrants.
Cite this Entry
“Buy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buy. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
