negotiation — discussion aimed at reaching an agreement
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: discussion aimed at reaching an agreement
Pronunciation (IPA): /nɪˌɡoʊʃiˈeɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The pizza topping negotiation between friends lasted longer than choosing a college major.
- International trade negotiations require patience and diplomacy.
- My negotiation skills improved after arguing with my mom about curfew for years.
negotiation
NOUN[/nɪˌɡoʊʃiˈeɪʃən/]
discussion aimed at reaching an agreement
After hours of negotiation, both companies finally reached an agreement.
The two countries continued their negotiation to achieve peace.
"Negotiation needs no hesitation — bridge the gap with determination."
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'negotiatio' derived from 'negotiari' meaning 'to carry on business or trade', which comes from 'negotium' (business, commerce) composed of 'neg-' (not) + 'otium' (leisure, ease).
Breakdown
negotiat- (from Latin negotiari, to conduct business) + -ion (suffix forming nouns) = negotiation
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The pizza topping negotiation between friends lasted longer than choosing a college major.”
“International trade negotiations require patience and diplomacy.”
“My negotiation skills improved after arguing with my mom about curfew for years.”
“The union entered into wage negotiations with the company.”
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