Synonyms of tradesman

tradesman

noun

ˈtrādz-mən 

1

as in trader

a buyer and seller of goods for profit

an antique dealer who's known as a good tradesman, buying his items cheaply and selling them for a hefty profit

Synonyms & Similar Words

• trader
• merchant
• dealer
• businessman
• retailer
• buyer
• trafficker
• entrepreneur
• purchaser
• vendor
• merchandiser
• seller
• storekeeper
• marketer
• distributor
• shopkeeper
• supplier
• peddler
• huckster
• wholesaler
• provider
• hawker
• monopolist
• middleman
• hustler
• enterpriser
• jobber
• purveyor
• provisioner
• engrosser

2

as in craftsman

a person whose occupation requires skill with the hands

carpenters joining the tradesmen's union

Synonyms & Similar Words

• craftsman
• artisan
• maker
• craftsperson
• artist
• artificer
• handicraftsman
• crafter
• handcraftsman
• handworker
• handicrafter
• journeyman
• technician
• handyman
• workman
• master
• craftswoman
• smith
• mechanic
• shaper
• wright
• operative
• handyperson

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of tradesman

The crash victim, Thomas Dunlea, learned to be a carpenter and tradesman at Carpenters Technical College in Manhattan. — Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 30 Apr. 2026

Many residents continued working in the surrounding citrus groves, and others began establishing their own businesses as merchants, builders, and tradesmen. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Apr. 2026

Meanwhile, there’s an acute shortage of skilled tradesmen around the country. — Emma Green, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2026

But there were other issues beyond Sciame’s control, per these tradesmen — the typical red tape that comes with building in the city. — Sukjong Hong, Curbed, 9 Apr. 2026