interceder

noun

Definition of intercedernext
as in honest broker
one who works with opposing sides in order to bring about an agreement respected around the world, the secretary-general of the United Nations was asked to be the interceder in several international disputes

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interceder
  1. honest broker
  2. mediator
  3. negotiator
  4. broker
  5. buffer
  6. ambassador
  7. intermediary
  8. liaison
Noun
  • All the while, the US presented itself as an honest broker between London and Tehran.
    — Andrew Arsan, The New York Review of Books, 6 June 2026
  • Everything in the two paragraphs above should disturb any honest broker.
    — Scott Maxwell, Sun Sentinel, 28 May 2026
Definition of honest broker
Noun
  • As a mediator in the Orlando area, the majority of my cases in small claims court were related to debt collection cases initiated by debt collectors.
    — Elliot Raphaelson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The administration has been told by regional mediators that a deal between Iran and Oman on the crucial waterway could be finalized in the coming days, the official said.
    — Matthew Lee, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of mediator
Noun
  • Paraag Marathe, the San Francisco 49ers’ executive VP of football operations and owner Jed York’s right-hand man and chief contract negotiator for nearly a quarter of a century, is stepping aside to focus on Leeds United and Rangers FC.
    — Matt Barrows, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Today that someone is David Kolen, a thirtysomething labor negotiator from Chicago at Eaux Claires with two friends.
    — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 28 July 2026
Definition of negotiator
Noun
  • It is owned by Ancient Manaagement LLP, which includes yacht broker Burgess and auction house Sotheby’s among its holdings.
    — Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • 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
Definition of broker
Noun
  • An additional 2-foot buffer allows for the homeowner who prefers more of a flood safety cushion and for any minor construction mistakes.
    — Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 8 Aug. 2026
  • That eliminates the buffer between starter Elija Lofton, who played through injury all last season, and a pair of talented true freshmen in Israel Briggs and Gavin Mueller.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of buffer
Noun
  • His eponymous brand counted celebrities among its ambassadors, and his designs appeared on red carpets from Los Angeles to Cannes.
    — Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Bulgaria has summoned Ukraine's ambassador after a drone entered Bulgarian airspace, the country's public broadcaster BNT reported on Sunday.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of ambassador
Noun
  • Conventional property transfers usually involve several intermediaries that can range from a variety of agents and banks to a number of title companies, all of which can add time to the closing process.
    — K.H. Koehler, Ascend Agency, 6 Aug. 2026
  • This involves borrowing and lending crypto without relying on a financial intermediary, such as a bank.
    — Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of intermediary
Noun
  • Finalizing a vocal liaison on the third level will be a priority throughout training camp.
    — Alec Lewis, New York Times, 31 July 2026
  • While continuing to lead CSU Sacramento, Wood will serve as a liaison to campus presidents and help guide the system’s work on repatriation, tribal consultation and support for Native students.
    — Naomi Taxay, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of liaison
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“Interceder.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interceder. Accessed 10 Aug. 2026.

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