negotiator — a person who conducts negotiations or discussions to reach an agreement
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who conducts negotiations or discussions to reach an agreement
Pronunciation (IPA): /nɪˈɡoʊʃieɪtər/
Example Sentences
- The hostage negotiator convinced the criminal to surrender by offering him a pizza and a Netflix subscription.
- She's such a good negotiator that she once talked her way out of a speeding ticket by discussing traffic flow optimization.
- The company hired an experienced negotiator to handle the merger talks with their biggest competitor.
negotiator
NOUN[/nɪˈɡoʊʃieɪtər/]
a person who conducts negotiations or discussions to reach an agreement
The skilled negotiator calmly bridges two angry business leaders across the table.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin negotiatus, meaning 'to conduct business or trade'. The word originates from the practices of ancient Roman merchants engaged in commercial transactions and haggling in marketplaces.
Breakdown
negotiatus (to negotiate, conduct business) + -or (agent suffix indicating one who performs an action), forming 'one who negotiates'.
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📝Examples
“The hostage negotiator convinced the criminal to surrender by offering him a pizza and a Netflix subscription.”
“She's such a good negotiator that she once talked her way out of a speeding ticket by discussing traffic flow optimization.”
“The company hired an experienced negotiator to handle the merger talks with their biggest competitor.”
“As the lead negotiator, he successfully reduced the contract price by 30% through strategic discussions.”
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