Synonyms for Buy
Definition of buy
noun
- an advantageous purchase; "she got a bargain at the auction"; "the stock was a real buy at that price"
verb
- obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction; "The family purchased a new car"; "The conglomerate acquired a new company"; "She buys for the big department store"
- make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence; "This judge can be bought"
5 synonyms found
Writing tips for "buy"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like bargain, bribe, corrupt can replace "buy" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 5 alternatives available, "buy" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Buy" in song lyrics
See how buy is used in real songs:
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"And wanted all the things that your money could buy?"
2 Live Crew — I Can't Go for That -
"She's workin' at the mack make-up counter next to Best Buy"
7L & Esoteric — Stalker -
"Taking a look but you never buy"
Lily Allen — Nan You're a Window Shopper *