AUCTIONEER Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

auctioneer

noun

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as in seller

a person who runs an auction The auctioneer started the bidding at $100.

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Recent Examples of auctioneer Urged by a fast-talking auctioneer and his familiar cadence, paddles shot up as bids climbed into the four- and five-figure range. —

Lily Moayeri, Rolling Stone, 29 Jan. 2026 The evening included a live auction led by an auctioneer, along with a paddle raise during which guests pledged donations in real time in support of the SCC Foundation. —

Jenelyn Russo, Oc Register, 13 Jan. 2026 At the heart of this tradition are the auctioneers, whose skill can determine not only the outcome of a sale but also the livelihoods of the exhibitors. —

Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 13 Jan. 2026 This iteration is one of just 30 300 SLs that were delivered to France, according to the auctioneers. —

Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 12 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for auctioneer

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Noun

Jill Hertzberg’s team at luxury South Florida brokerage the Jills Zeder Group represented the seller, cosmetic surgeon Aaron Rollins and his wife, Marine Rollins.

— Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 4 Mar. 2026
While The Return wasn’t seen from the beginning as a potential international seller, Starlight Media’s sales team were at MIP London last week, chatting to potential sales houses about taking it on for global distribution.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2026