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upsell
[ uhp-sel ]
verb (used with or without object)
, up·sold, up·sell·ing.
- to try to persuade (a customer) to buy more, or to buy something more expensive:
I don’t like aggressive salesmen trying to upsell me or tack on expensive warranties.
- to sell (something) in this way:
Want to upsell merchandise or VIP experiences on your website? No problem.
noun
- an act or instance of making such an attempt (often used attributively):
Unlike other software companies, we don't have complex pricing tiers or upsells.
If one of your other products would solve a customer's problem, it's a great opportunity to send an upsell email.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of upsell1
First recorded in 1975–80; up- ( def ) + sell 1( def )
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Example Sentences
They're always trying to upsell you on that jumbo popcorn bucket at the movies.
From The Daily Beast
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