to negotiate
Pronunciation
/nəˈɡoʊʃiˌeɪt/, /nɪˈɡoʊʃiˌeɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "negotiate"in English

to negotiate
01

to discuss the terms of an agreement or try to reach one

Transitive: to negotiate an agreement
to negotiate definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
negotiate
3rd person singular
negotiates
Present participle
negotiating
Past simple
negotiated
Past participle
negotiated
Examples
The diplomats spent days negotiating the terms of the peace treaty between the two countries.
02

to navigate or find a way through an obstacle or path

Transitive: to negotiate an obstacle or path
Examples
The hikers negotiated the dense forest, using a map and compass to find their way.
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