negotiator
/ni'gouʃieitə/
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Definition
- Noun:
- A person who negotiates: Someone who confers with others in order to reach a settlement, agreement, or compromise. A negotiator engages in formal discussions to resolve differences or arrange terms.
Usage
- A negotiator acts as a representative or intermediary in discussions.
- The role involves communication, persuasion, and problem-solving to achieve a mutually acceptable outcome.
- It is commonly used in contexts like business, diplomacy, law, and labor relations.
Examples
- Noun:
- The union sent a skilled negotiator to the bargaining table.
- She acted as the chief negotiator during the peace talks.
- A good negotiator listens carefully to all parties involved.
Advanced Usage
- "to act as a negotiator": To perform the role of someone who negotiates.
- He was asked to act as a negotiator in the dispute.
- "lead negotiator": The primary or most senior person in charge of negotiations.
- As the lead negotiator, her decisions were final.
Variants and Related Words
- Negotiate (verb): To discuss something formally to reach an agreement.
- The two companies will negotiate the contract terms.
- Negotiation (noun): The process of negotiating.
- The negotiation lasted for several days.
- Negotiable (adjective): Open to discussion or modification.
- The salary for the position is negotiable.
Synonyms
- Mediator: A person who attempts to make people involved in a conflict come to an agreement.
- Intermediary: A person who acts as a link between people to try to bring about an agreement.
- Arbiter: A person who has the power to settle a dispute.
Related Phrases
- "Shrewd negotiator": A negotiator who is clever and sharp in discussions.
- He built his fortune by being a shrewd negotiator.
- "Tough negotiator": A negotiator who is firm and uncompromising.
- She has a reputation as a tough negotiator.
Idioms
- "To have a seat at the table": To be included as a participant in negotiations or decision-making.
- As a key stakeholder, we must have a seat at the table during these negotiations.
Noun
- someone who negotiates (confers with others in order to reach a settlement)