peacemaker

[ pees-mey-ker ]

noun

1. a person, group, or nation that tries to make peace, especially by reconciling parties who disagree, quarrel, or fight.

   Synonyms: arbitrator, mediator, conciliator, intermediary

peacemaker

/ ˈpiːsˌmeɪkə /

noun

1. a person who establishes peace, esp between others

Derived Forms

• ˈpeaceˌmaking, noun

Other Words From

• peacemaking noun adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of peacemaker¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425; peace, maker

Example Sentences

But if there is a reshuffle of the Middle Eastern political cards, a bargain over Sudan might be a by-product, even an opportunity for Trump to bask in the glow of an unexpected peacemaker.

From BBC

The rhetoric from the UK government suggests it could try to be a peacemaker in global trade wars, but would anyone listen?

From BBC

The Republican contender prides himself on being a peacemaker.

From BBC

Meanwhile, many media commentators have spoken about the possibility of Mr Modi positioning himself as a peacemaker, given India’s close relations with both Moscow and the West.

From BBC

In Chicago’s United Center, the president basked in adulation while claiming to be a peacemaker despite a record of literally making possible the methodical massacres of tens of thousands of Palestinian civilians.

From Salon

Related Words

• arbitrator
• conciliator
• diplomat
• mediator
• negotiator
• pacifist
• peacekeeper