Negotiate
To bargain with others to reach an agreement on terms; to discuss and arrange terms of a deal. It can also mean to manage or navigate through obstacles by discussion and cooperation.
verbNegotiate
To bargain with others to reach an agreement on terms; to discuss and arrange terms of a deal. It can also mean to manage or navigate through obstacles by discussion and cooperation.
verbImagine This
Imagine two neighbors planning to share the cost of a driveway repair. They propose different splits, offer concessions, and finally agree on a fair contribution from each side after several back-and-forth discussions.
Sounds Like
nih-GOH-shee-ate
Looks Like
negotiation
Remember This
Negotiation is about give-and-take and reaching a mutually acceptable outcome, not about forcing the other party to concede all terms.
Other Forms
Connect With
bargain, deal, compromise, diplomacy, mediates, settle
Note
Use 'negotiate' with people or terms (negotiate a contract, negotiate a salary, negotiate with a seller). Do not confuse with 'concede' or 'demand'; negotiation implies dialogue and compromise.