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

Other Word Forms

• peacemaking noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of peacemaker¹

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

Example Sentences

When asked if he was happy about the ban, Farage added: "He obviously thinks they're bad actors, but I think I've got a good history of being a peacemaker in these situations."

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Community divisions within Harehills were exposed in the aftermath of disorder there last summer, with Ali winning praise for his role as peacemaker.

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The US president, who has portrayed himself as a global peacemaker, hopes to leverage his personal relationship with Putin to achieve a ceasefire breakthrough where others have failed.

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In his inaugural address, he said he wanted his proudest legacy to be that of a "peacemaker".

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Sentiments reflected by the peacemakers on the frontlines in this war.

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Related Words

• arbitrator 
• conciliator 
• diplomat 
• mediator 
• negotiator www.thesaurus.com
• pacifist 
• peacekeeper