Synonyms of negotiations

negotiations

noun

plural of negotiation

as in compromises

the act or practice of each side giving up something in order to reach an agreement

it will take some negotiation, but I think we can get each side to agree to a cease-fire

Synonyms & Similar Words

• compromises
• concessions
• accommodations
• consensuses
• bargains
• agreements
• settlements
• give-and-takes
• deals
• mediations
• treaties
• understandings
• arrangements
• haggles
• horse trades
• concurrences
• accords

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of negotiations

The Ukrainian leader welcomed the agreement that future peace negotiations may now include representatives from European countries, a move announced by the US envoys although the Kremlin has not fully backed the idea. — Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 14 Nov. 2026

The union began bargaining in 2024, but talks stalled amid contentious negotiations between CPS and the Chicago Teachers Union. — Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 14 Nov. 2026

His team handles much of the on-the-ground work, while Gambino focuses on negotiations and managing relationships, a rhythm that continued over the grueling months of treatment this past year. — Kim Velsey, Curbed, 14 Nov. 2026

Such a change would require negotiations over roster sizes, player salaries, the preseason schedule and the timing of the Super Bowl. — Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 14 Nov. 2026

Friday’s hearing was the culmination of that fight that began in April when OCPS declared impasse in its contract negotiations, saying the district and its teachers union could not reach an agreement on health insurance costs. — Steven Walker, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Nov. 2026

The president posted his message calling on Vance to steer away from Iran negotiations the morning after The Wall Street Journal reported Vance was thinking about resuming talks. — ABC News, 14 Nov. 2026

Trump’s willingness to slog through extended negotiations with Democrats is an open question, and his past promises of dealmaking have been hit and miss. — Jonathan J. Cooper, Los Angeles Times, 13 Nov. 2026

Russia's delegation will be led by Vladimir Medinsky, a Vladimir Putin aide who headed Moscow's team in earlier rounds of negotiations. — CBS News, 6 Nov. 2026