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negotiator

nih-GOH-shee-ay-tuh

Negotiator (noun) means a person who negotiates, especially on someone else's behalf. Example: “The company sent its top negotiator to handle the merger talks.”

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A person who negotiates, especially on someone else's behalf.
"The company sent its top negotiator to handle the merger talks."

How to use negotiator

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone whose job is to work out a deal or agreement.

Common pairings
skilled negotiator hostage negotiator

Word forms

negotiators plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from Latin negōtiātor (“merchant, banker”), equivalent to negotiate + -or.

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “negotiator” mean?

The word “negotiator” means a person who negotiates, especially on someone else's behalf. In plain terms, someone whose job is to work out a deal or agreement.

How do you pronounce “negotiator”?

“Negotiator” is pronounced nih-GOH-shee-ay-tuh (/nɪˈɡoʊ.ʃi.eɪ.tɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “negotiator” in a sentence?

Here is “negotiator” used in a sentence: “The company sent its top negotiator to handle the merger talks.”

What part of speech is “negotiator”?

“Negotiator” is a noun.

Is “negotiator” a common word?

“Negotiator” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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