barter
5 synonyms and 2 antonyms for barter, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To trade goods or services directly for other goods or services, without using money.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To trade goods or services directly for other goods or services, without using money.
“The farmers bartered grain for tools with neighboring villages.”
Opposites
How to use barter
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
barter system
barter goods for services
trade and barter
Etymology
From Old French barater, entering English in the late Middle Ages.
Full origin of barter →Frequently asked questions
What does “barter” mean?
The word “barter” means to trade goods or services directly for other goods or services, without using money. In plain terms, to trade something directly for another thing, instead of paying with money.
How do you pronounce “barter”?
“Barter” is pronounced BAH-tuh (/ˈbɑɹ.tɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “barter” in a sentence?
Here is “barter” used in a sentence: “The farmers bartered grain for tools with neighboring villages.”
What is another word for “barter”?
Words with a similar meaning to “barter” include chaffer, swap, swop, trade and quid pro quo.
What is the opposite of “barter”?
The opposite of “barter” — its antonyms — are buy and sell.
What part of speech is “barter”?
Depending on how it is used, “barter” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “barter” come from?
The word “barter” comes from Old French. From Old French barater, entering English in the late Middle Ages.
Is “barter” a common word?
“Barter” is an uncommon word in modern English.
