deal

²deal

noun

Definition of DEAL

1

an arrangement about action to be taken <we made a deal to cooperate on the next assignment>

Synonyms accord, bargain, compact, contract, convention, covenant, deal, disposition, pact, settlement, understanding

Related Words charter, treaty; binder, pledge, promise; alliance, association, entente, entente cordiale, league, partnership; acceptance, approval, assent, concurrence, consent, OK (or okay)

2

the transfer of ownership of something from one person to another for a price <we closed the deal for the house last week>

Synonyms deal, trade, transaction

Related Words auction, silent auction; haggle, horse-trading, negotiation; bargain, buy, steal; purchase; clearance, closeout, fire sale; fair; garage sale, jumble sale [British], rummage sale, tag sale, yard sale

3

a formal agreement to fulfill an obligation <if the other party backs out of the deal after it's signed, you can sue>

Synonyms bond, contract, covenant, deal, guaranty, surety, warranty

Related Words oath, pledge, troth, vow, word; accord, bargain, compact, concordat, convention, pact, treaty; assurance, insurance, seal; bail, deposit, pawn, security

4

position with regard to conditions and circumstances <we don't yet know what the deal is with the new manager>

Synonyms ball game, deal, footing, picture, posture, scene, status, story

Related Words rank, standing; place, spot, state; score, status quo

5

something bought or offered for sale at a desirable price <that mail-order sweater isn't such a great deal after you factor in the cost of shipping and handling>

Synonyms buy, deal, pennyworth, snip [British], steal

Related Words clearance, closeout, markdown; cheapie; bonus, freebie (or freebee), gift, giveaway, premium, present; boon, windfall

Near Antonyms gouging, overcharge, rip-off, soaking; markup, surcharge; extravagance, luxury