Meaning of 'buy'

noun

an advantageous purchase

Synonyms: steal

verb

to accept as true

Example: "I can't buy this story."

Synonyms: believe

verb

to obtain by purchase

Example: "I buy my groceries at the co-op."

Synonyms: purchase

verb

to acquire by trade or sacrifice or exchange

Example: "You wanted to buy their love with your dedication to them and their work."

verb

to make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence

Example: "The mobster bought the mayor."

Synonyms: corrupt

verb

to be worth or be capable of buying

Example: "This sum will buy you a ride on the train."