Synonyms of negotiation

negotiation

noun

ni-ˌgō-shē-ˈā-shən 

as in compromise

the act or practice of each side giving up something in order to reach an agreement

it will take some negotiation, but I think we can get each side to agree to a ceasefire

Synonyms & Similar Words

• compromise
• consensus
• agreement
• concession
• bargain
• arrangement
• give-and-take
• accommodation
• settlement
• mediation
• deal
• understanding
• treaty
• haggle
• horse trade
• concurrence
• accord

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of negotiation

Budget cuts The unrest is adding to a major political headache for the government, which is about to start tough budget negotiations against a backdrop of division and economic turmoil. — Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026

The duty of care section has undergone multiple revisions throughout years of negotiations. — Lisa Hagen, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026

In 2027, every candidate for the City Council should be prepared to identify which ordinary housing projects really require political negotiation and which projects are simply legal by right. — Bennett Lawson, Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct. 2026

Los Angeles County voters will be asked to approve a change that could impact how tumultuous labor negotiations for key public safety personnel are conducted — and potentially concluded. — Jon Regardie, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026