Definitions

buy-in

[bahy-in] / ˈbaɪˌɪn /

NOUN

agreement, participation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

acceptance agreement approval assent backing blessing concurrence cooperation credence endorsement favor participation signoff support

STRONG

affirmation approbation benediction commendation embrace favorable reception imprimatur investment vote of confidence

WEAK

confirmation consent ratification sanction subscription

Antonyms

STRONGEST

boycott disapproval dismissal dissent nonacceptance nonparticipation objection opposition rebuff refusal rejection stonewalling turndown veto

STRONG

disagreement disapprobation disdain disfavor hedging repudiation scorn skepticism snubbing unfavorable reception

WEAK

censure condemnation denial withdrawal withholding

Example Sentences

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buy-in

“We think it creates a great degree of buy-in from public water agencies,” Oppenheimer said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026

Carney will also need buy-in from provincial premiers to reinstate the sale of US alcohol, as liquor sales are controlled by the provinces, not the federal government.

From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026

Prospective builders will have to agree to several requirements to win state approval, the Democrat said, including an energy plan that won’t shift costs to Pennsylvania households and securing local buy-in.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026

With those, you’d put down cash for a buy-in and then likely pay a monthly maintenance fee like you would with a condo.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 3, 2026

“But you need buy-in from everyone in the group. Give it some more thought. How can you help the shelter? How can each of you get something out of the experience?”

From "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty