RETAIL Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

retail

verb

ˈrē-ˌtāl

Definition of retail

as in to sell

to offer for sale to the public the textile manufacturer doesn't retail its fabrics to consumers, offering them only to wholesalers and garment makers

Synonyms & Similar Words

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Antonyms & Near Antonyms

buy
purchase

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of retail Last month, Apple announced new models of its most important product, the iPhone, including a foldable model called the Duo that retails for nearly $2,000. — Kif Leswing, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2026 The Hyperlite Mid 1 retails for US$675, while the Gossamer One prices in at $315. — New Atlas, 12 Oct. 2026 Available in either titanium or terracotta quartz TPT, like Strong’s, the watch retails for $156,000. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2026 The Ring Smart Lock retails for $249 and comes in black, silver, and brass finishes. — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for retail

Recent Examples of Synonyms for retail

Verb

The company held a record-setting initial public offering in June, and Musk is not able to sell or trade the bulk of his stock until June 2027 because of lockup provisions.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Oct. 2026
Analysts blame the brand’s reliance on Chuck Taylors and question whether Nike might sell it, though Nike says Converse remains an important part of its portfolio.

— Diane Brady, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2026