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Synonyms & Similar Words
deal
exchange
trade
business
contract
agreement
bargain
purchase
sale
transfer
negotiation
arrangement
settlement
understanding
pact
compact
accord
alliance
merger
acquisition
partnership
cooperation
collaboration
interaction
dialogue
communication
discussion
conference
meeting
proceeding
operation
process
step
action
undertaking
endeavor
venture
enterprise
engagement
commitment
Meaning of Transaction
The primary meaning of the word "transaction" refers to an act of buying or selling something, especially a business agreement or exchange of goods and services.
Definitions
- A business deal or agreement, especially one that involves the exchange of goods, services, or money
- * An act of carrying out or completing something, especially a business arrangement or exchange
- * A set of operations or activities that are part of a larger process or system
Etymology of Transaction
The word "transaction" originated from the Latin "transactio", which is derived from "transigere", meaning "to drive through" or "to carry out"
Historically, the term was used in the 15th century to describe the act of carrying out or completing a business arrangement or exchange
Over time, the word has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, including financial transactions, business agreements, and social interactions
Example Uses
- The company completed a transaction with a new supplier to reduce costs
- * The bank processed the transaction and transferred the funds to the recipient's account
- * The negotiation was a complex transaction that involved multiple parties and stakeholders
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
delay
postponement
cancellation
refusal
rejection
denial
abandonment
termination
cessation
discontinuation
halt
stop
pause
interruption
suspension
inaction
inactivity
idleness
dormancy
stagnation
inertia