conciliator

noun

Pronunciation: kənˈsɪlieɪtər

Definition

A person who acts as a mediator to bring together opposing sides and settle a dispute.

Examples

• The union leader acted as a skilled conciliator during the tense contract negotiations.

• Both parties agreed to appoint a professional conciliator to resolve their long-standing legal conflict.

• She proved to be a natural conciliator, often smoothing over disagreements between her colleagues.

Synonyms of conciliator

Words with a similar meaning to conciliator:

• mediator
• peacemaker
• arbitrator
• intercessor

Antonyms of conciliator

Words with the opposite meaning to conciliator:

• agitator
• provocateur

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