bargained

[ˈbɑːɡɪnd]

bargained Definition

• 1. negotiate the terms and conditions of a transaction or agreement
• 2. agree to buy or sell something at a price
• 3. to expect or hope to get something

Using bargained: Examples

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

• Example

  I bargained with the salesman for a lower price.

• Example

  She bargained with her boss for a higher salary.

• Example

  He bargained on getting a promotion this year.

bargained Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bargained

• haggle
• negotiate
• deal
• trade

Antonyms for bargained

• overpay
• oversell

Phrases with bargained

• bargain for

  to expect or anticipate something

  Example

  I didn't bargain for such a long wait.

• bargain on

  to rely on something happening

  Example

  I was bargaining on you being able to help me.

• bargain basement

  a place where goods are sold at very low prices

  Example

  I found these shoes in the bargain basement.

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Summary: bargained in Brief

The verb 'bargained' [ˈbɑːɡɪnd] means to negotiate the terms and conditions of a transaction or agreement, agree to buy or sell something at a price, or to expect or hope to get something. It is often used in business or financial contexts, as in 'She bargained with her boss for a higher salary.' The phrase 'bargain for' means to expect or anticipate something, while 'bargain on' means to rely on something happening.