peacemaker
4 synonyms and 2 antonyms for peacemaker, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who helps resolve conflicts and restore peace, especially between disputing parties.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
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Etymology
A compound of peace + maker, first recorded in the 1526 Tyndale Bible translating a rare Greek word for "peacemaker" used in the New Testament.
Full origin of peacemaker →Frequently asked questions
What does “peacemaker” mean?
The word “peacemaker” means a person who helps resolve conflicts and restore peace, especially between disputing parties. In plain terms, someone who steps in to settle arguments or end conflict between others.
How do you pronounce “peacemaker”?
“Peacemaker” is pronounced PEES-may-kuh (/ˈpiːsmeɪkə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “peacemaker” in a sentence?
Here is “peacemaker” used in a sentence: “She acted as peacemaker whenever her brothers argued.”
What part of speech is “peacemaker”?
“Peacemaker” is a noun.
Where does the word “peacemaker” come from?
The word “peacemaker” dates back to around 1526 and comes from Latin. A compound of peace + maker, first recorded in the 1526 Tyndale Bible translating a rare Greek word for "peacemaker" used in the New Testament.
