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policymaker

American  
[pol-uh-see-mey-ker] / ˈpɒl ə siˌmeɪ kər /

noun

  1. a person responsible for making policy, especially in government.


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Etymology

Origin of policymaker

First recorded in 1945–50; policy 1 + maker

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In the 1990s, he reached rock-star heights as a policymaker while the U.S. charted a long economic expansion following the end of the Cold War.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 22, 2026

Donaldson quickly rose through the DUP's ranks, no longer a politician of protest but a key figure in the party's chain of command, developing a reputation as a strong media performer and policymaker.

From BBC Jun. 22, 2026

In his first tenure at the Fed, Warsh was considered a "hawk" -- a policymaker who favors addressing the inflation side of the mandate, usually by raising interest rates.

From Barron's May 12, 2026

ECB policymaker and Bundesbank president Joachim Nagel also warned that a policy shift may be needed.

From MarketWatch Mar. 11, 2026

Even those who disagree with his policy moves or leadership at times, as Hurstell has, say they respect the policymaker.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 13, 2026

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