arbitrator

noun

ar·​bi·​tra·​tor ˈär-bə-ˌtrā-tər 

: one that arbitrates a dispute : arbiter

an impartial arbitrator

Synonyms

• adjudicator
• arbiter
• judge
• referee
• umpire

Examples of arbitrator in a Sentence

Both sides agreed to accept a decision by an impartial arbitrator.

the couple finally agreed to let the salesclerk be the final arbitrator and tell them which shirt looked best

Recent Examples on the Web

In a September 24, 2024 letter to the Second Circuit, the NFL informed the court that Goodell had designated Harvey as the arbitrator for the Flores matter. —Chris Deubert, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024

This is the first time that the MLBPA enters a similar process against a corporate entity and an impartial arbitrator will be suitably positioned to understand the MLBPA’s self-serving and inconsistent disciplinary process, which in the case of an entity, is inconsistent with the applicable laws. —Evan Drellich, The Athletic, 24 Aug. 2024

The trio invoked their right under MLBPA regulations to appeal the discipline to a neutral arbitrator. —Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 18 Nov. 2024

His father is a retired lawyer, mediator, and arbitrator. —Alison Dirr, Journal Sentinel, 4 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, borrowed from Medieval Latin arbitrātor "umpire," from Latin arbitrārī "to consider, judge, arbitrate" + -tor, agent suffix

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

arbitrator

noun

ar·​bi·​tra·​tor ˈär-bə-ˌtrāt-ər 

: a person chosen to settle differences in a disagreement

Legal Definition

arbitrator

noun

ar·​bi·​tra·​tor ˈär-bə-ˌtrā-tər 

: an impartial person or group that is given the power by disputing parties to resolve their dispute compare mediator