facilitator

noun

fa·​cil·​i·​ta·​tor fə-ˈsi-lə-ˌtā-tər 

: someone or something that facilitates something

especially : someone who helps to bring about an outcome (such as learning, productivity, or communication) by providing indirect or unobtrusive assistance, guidance, or supervision

the workshop's facilitator kept discussion flowing smoothly

Examples of facilitator in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The event is hosted by artist Amanda Mendoza (whose work is currently on view at the center) and dialogue facilitator Derek Hall. —Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 3 Jan. 2026

Bob Norberg is a retired economist who lives in Gainesville and served as a co-facilitator of Third Act Florida, seniors working together to protest against the causes of climate change. —Bob Norberg, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Jan. 2026

To maintain this level of ethical, equitable basketball, the Bulls need a facilitator — a conscientious, unselfish playmaker who can read the court and set up teammates at a high level. —Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 1 Jan. 2026

Emily Ratajkowski's brunette oscillates between light and dark hues, making mocha a fresh facilitator. —Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 30 Dec. 2025

Word History

Etymology

facilitate + -or entry 1

First Known Use

1775, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for facilitator

• accelerator
• accumulator
• adjudicator
• administrator
• appropriator
• articulator
• attenuator
• bronchodilator
• collaborator
• communicator
• conciliator
• cooperator