PRE-OWNED Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

pre-owned

adjective

Definition of pre-owned

as in secondhand

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Recent Examples of pre-owned Higher retail prices, a sustainability push and a generation comfortable buying pre-owned have all fed the boom. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 23 June 2026 Not to mention, 98% of the merchandise sold in pawn shops is pre-owned, according to USA Pawn. — Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN Money, 18 Aug. 2025 Sara Netanyahu, wife of Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, sported a classic Chanel flap bag, which is currently available pre-owned for just over $8,000. — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 1 Apr. 2026

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secondhand

Adjective

While imposing administrative burdens, the regulation is expected to supercharge the already booming secondhand fashion market, which grew four times faster than primary retail last year.

— Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
In addition to the sale, Anthro also offers incredible discounts on secondhand NUULY finds, like this cute Linen Blend A-Line Skirt, which was $138 and is now $30.

— Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 25 June 2026

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