Synonyms of transaction

transaction

noun

tran-ˈzak-shən 

as in sale

the transfer of ownership of something from one person to another for a price

if you want to return any merchandise, make sure you keep the receipt for the initial sales transaction

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sale
• deal
• purchase
• auction
• trade
• negotiation
• bargain
• buy
• steal
• clearance
• silent auction
• horse-trading
• closeout
• fair
• garage sale
• rummage sale
• yard sale
• haggle
• fire sale
• jumble sale
• tag sale

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of transaction

Our company works on behalf of payments companies and online marketplaces, monitoring the global commerce ecosystem for illicit products and transactions that fund an array of crimes and public dangers. — Rochelle Blease, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

The solar eclipse in Leo on August 12 spurs new account activity and perhaps even cosigns an important transaction. — Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026

In Miami specifically, cash continues to dominate investor transactions. — Kaitlyn Gomez, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026

Customers will apply for the lease, and before finishing the transaction, wait for approval from Klarna. — Mason Leib, ABC News, 29 July 2026