Definition
dealbreaker
noun
- a factor or condition that makes an agreement, relationship, or transaction impossible or unacceptable
Usage: informal; often used in negotiations, dating, and business contexts
Examples
- For many buyers, a lack of parking is a dealbreaker when choosing an apartment.
- His refusal to compromise on the salary was a dealbreaker in the job negotiations.
- She said that dishonesty would be a dealbreaker in any relationship.
- The company's environmental record became a dealbreaker for the investors.
- Missing the deadline was a dealbreaker for the contract.
- For him, not having health insurance was a dealbreaker when considering the position.