Synonyms of broker

broker

noun

ˈbrō-kər 

1

as in negotiator

one who works with opposing sides in order to bring about an agreement

the broker in the hostage situation was a prominent reporter that the gunman felt he could trust

Synonyms & Similar Words

• negotiator
• mediator
• intermediary
• agent
• ambassador
• middleman
• liaison
• attorney
• buffer
• peacemaker
• conciliator
• honest broker
• negotiant
• intermediate
• intercessor
• proxy
• adviser
• moderator
• representative
• envoy
• interceder
• go-between
• delegate
• referee
• deputy
• interposer
• judge
• bargainer
• umpire
• factor
• messenger
• counselor
• troubleshooter
• emissary
• arbitrator
• procurator
• arbiter
• reconciler
• pacificator
• legate
• appeaser
• busybody
• pacifier
• meddler
• interferer
• medium

2

as in seller

the person in a business deal who hands over an item in exchange for money

all of the local yacht brokers were at the boat show

Synonyms & Similar Words

• seller
• vendor
• dealer
• trader
• merchant
• salesman
• retailer
• merchandiser
• distributor
• auctioneer
• wholesaler
• exporter
• smuggler
• reseller
• salesperson
• concessionaire
• scalper
• fence
• peddler
• bootlegger
• trafficker
• tradesman
• huckster
• discounter
• saleswoman
• fencer
• hawker
• black marketer
• hustler
• haggler
• salesclerk
• jobber
• horse trader
• shopgirl
• chapman
• bargainer
• e-tailer
• palterer

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• buyer
• purchaser
• consumer
• user
• end user

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of broker

In June, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network issued guidance to help banks spot patterns tied to unlawful employment, labor brokers, shell companies, payroll tax evasion and identity theft. — Richard Escobedo, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

Time’s explainer notes that current law confines claims to importers of record and customs brokers, and that any broad household compensation would likely have to come through a tax credit or dedicated rebate program enacted by Congress. — Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026

When asked about the recent collapse of Situational Awareness, for which JPMorgan was one of the prime brokers, Dimon said the episode demonstrated that markets can absorb its failure without broader disruption. — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026

This level also adds several categories of broker sites to your coverage. — Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026

Phrases Containing broker

• honest broker