peacemaker

noun

ˈpēs-mā-kər How to pronounce peacemaker (audio)
Definition of peacemakernext
as in mediator
one who works with opposing sides in order to bring about an agreement the former diplomat is coming out of retirement to lend his talents as a peacemaker to these crucial negotiations

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Recent Examples of peacemaker Contrary to my initial impulse, my effort to play peacemaker was hardly heroic. — Bob Brody, New York Daily News, 21 June 2026 When peacemakers finally pried apart Slaughter and Dropo, Slaughter had his jersey ripped, but Dropo had taken the more telling punches. — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2026 Finally, Chinese Communist Party Chairman Xi Jinping has leveraged the war to elevate China’s global standing as a peacemaker. — Sam Liccardo, Mercury News, 12 June 2026 Trump also played up his efforts to bring Armenia and Azerbaijan to the negotiating table as part of his ambition to be known as a global peacemaker. — Nathan Hodge, CNN Money, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for peacemaker
Recent Examples of Synonyms for peacemaker
  1. mediator
  2. negotiator
  3. conciliator
  4. ambassador
  5. broker
  6. intercessor
Noun
  • As a mediator in the Orlando area, the majority of my cases in small claims court were related to debt collection cases initiated by debt collectors.
    — Elliot Raphaelson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The administration has been told by regional mediators that a deal between Iran and Oman on the crucial waterway could be finalized in the coming days, the official said.
    — Matthew Lee, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of mediator
Noun
  • Paraag Marathe, the San Francisco 49ers’ executive VP of football operations and owner Jed York’s right-hand man and chief contract negotiator for nearly a quarter of a century, is stepping aside to focus on Leeds United and Rangers FC.
    — Matt Barrows, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Today that someone is David Kolen, a thirtysomething labor negotiator from Chicago at Eaux Claires with two friends.
    — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 28 July 2026
Definition of negotiator
Noun
  • Newsom, who is a potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidate, has been taking heavy criticism from within his own party over his efforts — in part through his new podcast — to cast himself in the role of conciliator.
    — Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 13 June 2025
Definition of conciliator
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  • His eponymous brand counted celebrities among its ambassadors, and his designs appeared on red carpets from Los Angeles to Cannes.
    — Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Bulgaria has summoned Ukraine's ambassador after a drone entered Bulgarian airspace, the country's public broadcaster BNT reported on Sunday.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of ambassador
Noun
  • Hedge funds, institutions, RIAs, retail traders and brokers are all agreeing the stock looks good at this price.
    — Josh Brown,Sean Russo, CNBC, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Price caps overall, though, have received significant pushback from ticket brokers and resale platforms like StubHub, SeatGeek and Vivid Seats.
    — Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of broker
Noun
  • As a minister and intercessor, Martin was known for leading prayer, teaching Bible study, and guiding followers in cultivating a dedicated prayer life.
    — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Definition of intercessor

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