Synonyms of commutation

commutation

noun

ˌkäm-yə-ˈtā-shən 

as in exchange

a giving or taking of one thing of value in return for another

an international commutation of food for oil

Synonyms & Similar Words

• exchange
• swap
• trade
• substitution
• truck
• barter
• dealing
• replacement
• deal
• bargain
• bargaining
• back-and-forth
• transaction
• trade-off
• quid pro quo
• reciprocation
• negotiation
• dicker
• recompense
• horse trade
• horse trading
• requital
• dickering
• logrolling
• haggling

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of commutation

The Tribune has reviewed the names of people who have received pardons or commutations going back to the 1950s. — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026

Sentence commutation Over the strenuous objection of fellow Democrats and many Republicans — including Peters’ prosecutor and a majority of Colorado’s election clerks — Polis commuted her sentence, clearing the way for Peters’ parole on June 1 after less than two years in prison. — Mark Barabak, Mercury News, 28 May 2026

In this case, the penalties will be reduced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole or further commutation after the reprieve period ends. — Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026

Parson’s commutation of DeValkenaere followed a series of high-profile and controversial clemency actions by the former governor. — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026