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relator

relator

7.4
A person who connects people so they can work together
  • noun
  • /rɪˈleɪtər/
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  • Are you a large group, small group, or one-at-a-time relator?

Examples

  • The relator facilitated discussions between the two parties to ensure effective communication and collaboration.

  • It is not an interpersonal relator, not part of the social context involving the speaker and listener.

    Academic text (1991)
  • As a relator, she helps families connect with each other and build lasting relationships.

  • His role as a relator involves bringing together diverse groups to work towards common goals.

Synonyms

mediator
vsrelator
45 4.0

A person who helps two people or groups reach an agreement without taking sides

connects people broadly rather than only resolving conflicts
facilitator
vsrelator
33 5.1

A person who helps a group work better together

focuses on bringing people together rather than just easing tasks
uniter
vsrelator
9 4.2

A person who brings people, groups, or ideas together to reach a shared goal

connects people without necessarily creating unity or common purpose
conciliator
vsrelator
1 7.0

A person who helps two people or groups stop arguing and reach an agreement

brings people together more generally not only to resolve conflict
intermediator
vsrelator
1 7.7

A person who helps two sides talk and reach an agreement

connects people in many ways beyond formal negotiation
reconciler
vsrelator
1 6.3

A person who helps people become friendly again after a disagreement

connects people proactively not only after a falling out
bonder
vsrelator
7.2

A person who helps people make friends and feel included

links people functionally rather than focusing on emotional closeness
associator
vsrelator
7.5

A person who brings people from different groups together

brings people together personally not merely joining items or groups

Antonyms

5 4.1

A person who separates people or things into groups

Surface Forms

relator singular
relators plural

Morphology

relator = relate (transparent) = relate + or

Formed by the common agentive suffix '-or' on the verb 'relate', a regular and recognisable morphological process.

Etymology

Relator comes from the verb relate, which means 'to tell' or 'to make a connection'. So a relator is someone who connects people or ideas, a helper who brings others together.