Synonyms of ante

ante

noun

ˈan-tē 

as in cost

the amount of money that is demanded as payment for something

the base price is $500, but any additional repairs will up the ante

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cost
• price
• fee
• rate
• freight
• price tag
• bill
• charge
• value
• damage
• figure
• valuation
• sale
• market value
• tariff
• deduction
• reduction
• service charge
• discount
• unit price
• down payment
• surcharge
• deposit
• list price
• sticker price
• price point
• fair market value
• check
• asking price
• invoice
• carrying charge
• overcharge
• tab
• markdown
• account

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ante

This governance would be designed ex ante to manage volatility, concentrations of power, and systemic risk rather than retrofitted from a bygone era. — Mary Johnstone-Louis, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026

The actress rocked a romantic look from McQueen's Fall 2025 collection, upping the ante with a dramatic train. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 18 June 2026

Trump, recognizing that America has suffered a historic defeat, has abandoned his demands for unconditional surrender, and is trying to buy his way out with a memorandum of understanding that reportedly promises Tehran billions of dollars to restore the status quo ante. — Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 17 June 2026

Newer varieties, such as ‘Chartreuse on the Loose’ (shown here) up the ante with striking foliage that makes the flowers pop on compact plants. — Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026

Phrases Containing ante

• ante (up)