Synonyms of swaps

swaps 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of swap

as in exchanges

to give up (something) and take something else in return

we swapped our other lawn mower for our neighbors' old snowblower

Synonyms & Similar Words

• exchanges
• trades
• substitutes
• changes
• switches
• replaces
• shifts
• commutes
• interchanges
• supersedes
• displaces
• yields
• surrenders
• reciprocates
• cedes
• hands over

swaps

2 of 2

noun

plural of swap

as in trades

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

we made a swap: I'll do the dishes tonight and she'll do them for me tomorrow

Synonyms & Similar Words

• exchanges
• trades
• dealings
• trucks
• barters
• trade-offs
• deals
• commutations
• dickers
• substitutions
• transactions
• quid pro quos
• bargains
• replacements
• negotiations
• back-and-forths
• reciprocations
• horse trades
• recompenses
• logrollings
• requitals

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of swaps

Verb

This version swaps the Snapdragon for Intel's Wildcat Lake chips. — Jon Martindale, PC Magazine, 1 Oct. 2026

The Pillow Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 34, another September arrival, swaps out its prototype’s magnetic closure with a zipper. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026

The company is also releasing a suite of apps, including a tool for relighting and one that swaps characters or outfits. — Jake Angelo, semafor.com, 17 Sep. 2026

The Crispy Morning swaps the usual English muffin for a scallion pancake — an ingredient Hart grew up eating. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2026

Take San Jose, California, mother of four Alyssa Munoz, who swaps the local park for a different kind of playground on Sunday mornings. — Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2026

His cannelloni au gratin, inspired by one at Sardi’s, in New York’s Theater District, swaps the original’s rich cheese sauce for light béchamel and savory jus. — Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2026

Her red carpet appearances, meanwhile, have reminded us of the transformation that happens when Johnson swaps jeans for a (usually Valentino) gown. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2026

The conference swaps out Texas State for Louisiana Tech this year. — Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026

Noun

Beyond pantry doors and magnetic racks, three more swaps make a noticeable difference in a tight kitchen. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026

The problem for Kalshi, Gibbons noted, is that sports prediction contracts don’t involve events that would qualify as swaps. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 26 Sep. 2026

Kalshi and other prediction market platforms argue all event contracts are swaps, a type of financial derivative that is regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. — Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026

Shop more stainless steel swaps below, including a durable cutting board, a pack of reusable straws, and pet food bowls for furry friends. — Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2026

Small swaps, such as adding fruit or vegetables, can make a familiar breakfast more nutritious without overcomplicating it. — Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 25 Sep. 2026

The Lakers sent two unprotected first-round picks and two first-round pick swaps to the Jazz for Kessler and then signed him to a four-year, $130-million contract. — Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026

Tasting Table reported that online commenters have speculated about a recipe change for the iconic treats, claiming potential ingredient swaps and flavor and size differences. — Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2026

Leary’s language of healthier swaps for happy hour is the interpretive frame worth watching. — Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026