COMMERCIAL Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

kə-ˈmər-shəl

Definition of commercial

as in corporate

fit or likely to be sold especially on a large scale the commercial fare produced by the Hollywood movie studios

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Recent Examples of commercial

Adjective

The project will also support workforce training and develop the technical knowledge needed to rebuild commercial-scale mineral processing capacity. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 1 Aug. 2026 Saturday’s shooting unfolded in one of Twin Falls’ busiest commercial areas, a stretch of the city’s north side filled with hotels, national retailers and restaurants that serve residents and travelers alike. — Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 1 Aug. 2026

Noun

The Reebok Pump introduced the brand’s namesake technology in 1989 with Dominique Wilkins starring in the first commercial. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 28 July 2026 That was the worst commercial ever made by the way, for those few people who want to hear that. — Ellise Shafer, Variety, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for commercial

Recent Examples of Synonyms for commercial

Adjective

Court records show that in early 2022, Arbuckle managed a team of more than 20 and helped forecast loan demand across major sectors of the bank, including corporate, commercial, wealth management and small-business banking.

— Chase Jordan July 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026
The now-defunct Broward airline has chosen a lead bidder in the auction of its former corporate headquarters in Dania Beach, among its most valuable assets.

— Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026

Definition of corporate

Noun

With concert sponsorships, great promotions, MC gigs and a collection of engaging DJs, their competition fueled the music.

— Michael Peregrine, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026
Globalist members can also register to participate in a fast track promotion to elite status with Aeroplan.

— Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of promotion

Noun

Further, Meta’s ad business continues to improve with impressions up 14% and ad prices rising 12% year-over-year.

— Bill Stone, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Republicans campaigning in swing districts are running ads about healthcare after facing criticism of the cuts in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

— Rahul Mukherjee, NPR, 31 July 2026

Definition of ad

Noun

The charging document also cited one of the many messages Dumarce sent to Cole, including some previously cited by Cole that included threats with pictures of her children.

— Margaret Baker, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026
The governor, in his veto message, cited affordability concerns.

— Dakota Smith, Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026

Definition of message

Noun

For political campaigns, where every advertising dollar must move voters, this shift has forced a rethink of how television works.

— Kris Qiu, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Collins, who is seeking a sixth term, had amassed roughly $16 million for her reelection bid before Jackson became the nominee, while Republicans have already begun spending to introduce him to voters through negative advertising.

— Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 31 July 2026

Definition of advertising

Noun

Kisner, who also owns Treo Business Consulting marketing agency in downtown Lee’s Summit, has degrees in business and project management.

— Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
April Stammel, marketing and community engagement with South Downtown, discusses the progress at 85 Peachtree with AJC reporter, Zachary Hansen during a tour in May.

— Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 30 July 2026

Definition of marketing

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