MERCHANDISING Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

merchandising 1 of 2

noun

Definition of merchandising

as in retailing

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merchandising

2 of 2

verb

variants also merchandizing

present participle of merchandise

as in selling

to offer for sale to the public the now-familiar practice of stores merchandising goods at dramatically lower prices on the day after Thanksgiving

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Recent Examples of merchandising

Noun

In October 1999, Stewart’s media and merchandising company Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia (MSO) launched its initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange. — Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 3 Aug. 2026 Under the rubric, FIFA would spin off a company to manage commercial activities related to the World Cup, such as broadcasting rights, merchandising, ticket sales, and sponsorships. — Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 3 Aug. 2026

Verb

The Squeeze team has merchandising, a popular social media presence and tons of support across the country. — Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 May 2026 The company is trying to deploy AI tools on everything from inventory planning to merchandising to product development. — Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 10 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for merchandising

Recent Examples of Synonyms for merchandising

Noun

The Gitanjali Group was a giant in mass market jewelry, retailing gold and diamonds through multiple brands.

— Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 9 Aug. 2026
The Tiguan is available in four trims, ranging from the entry-level S, starting at $30,805, to the SEL R Line Turbo retailing for $43,085.

— Keith Laing, USA Today, 30 July 2026

Definition of retailing

Verb

There are concerns around selling the versatile Spence but new signing Andy Robertson will provide competition at left-back for Destiny Udogie, while Archie Gray can cover Pedro Porro on the opposite side.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Another state-run newspaper, Global New Light of Myanmar, said authorities asked street food vendors selling high-risk items to close for about three days to curb the spread.

— ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of selling

Verb

In the 21st century, commercial interest in Hoodoo remains prevalent, reflected in the many publications and websites marketing the practice as well as its increasing visibility on social media.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 Aug. 2026
But earlier, the company reported that 15 robotics companies toured the building in the first two weeks of marketing the space.

— John Ramos, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026

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