peacemaker

noun

peace·​mak·​er ˈpēs-mā-kər How to pronounce peacemaker (audio)
: one who makes peace especially by reconciling parties at variance
peacemaking noun or adjective

Examples of peacemaker in a Sentence

She acted as peacemaker in the dispute. the former diplomat is coming out of retirement to lend his talents as a peacemaker to these crucial negotiations
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This is particularly troubling today when peacemakers are needed more than ever. Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 28 Jan. 2025 Lowery said Yoni Levy spoke of how much his daughter loves to bring light and laughter to people, her vision to become a peacemaker, and her strong will and competitive spirit. Eve Glover, Fox News, 22 Jan. 2025 Benevolent, innocent Salme (Tara Grammy), the peacemaker of the group, is the first to wed, followed by Zari (Mitra Jouhari), who doesn’t let her insecurities stand in the way of her fun. Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 21 Jan. 2025 Donald Trump begins his presidency with ambitions of being a peacemaker. Dennis Ross, Foreign Affairs, 3 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for peacemaker 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of peacemaker was in the 15th century

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“Peacemaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peacemaker. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.

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peacemaker

noun
peace·​mak·​er ˈpē-ˌsmā-kər How to pronounce peacemaker (audio)
: a person who settles an argument or stops a fight
peacemaking noun or adjective

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