haggle

[ˈhæɡ.əl]

haggle Definition

• 1. to argue, bargain or negotiate over the price of something
• 2. to dispute or wrangle over a trivial matter

Using haggle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "haggle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I managed to haggle with the salesman and got a good deal on the car.

• Example

  They spent hours haggling over the price of the house.

• Example

  We don't have time to haggle over minor details.

haggle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for haggle

• bargain
• negotiate
• quibble
• wrangle

Antonyms for haggle

• agree
• concur

Phrases with haggle

• haggle over

  to argue or bargain over something, especially the price of something

  Example

  They were haggling over the price of the antique vase.

• haggle down

  to negotiate a lower price for something

  Example

  I managed to haggle the price down by $50.

• haggle-free

  not requiring negotiation or bargaining, usually used in advertising

  Example

  Our prices are haggle-free, so you can be sure you're getting the best deal.

Origins of haggle

from Old Norse 'höggva', meaning 'to chop'

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Summary: haggle in Brief

'Haggle' [ˈhæɡ.əl] means to argue or negotiate over the price of something, or to dispute over a trivial matter. It is often used in the context of bargaining for a better deal, as in 'I managed to haggle with the salesman and got a good deal on the car.' 'Haggle' can also be used in phrases like 'haggle over' and 'haggle down,' and is sometimes used in advertising as 'haggle-free.'