Broker — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈbrō-kər/ bro·ker

Meaning & Definition of Broker

Broker (noun)

  1. someone who acts as an intermediary
  2. an agent who negotiates contracts of purchase and sale (as of real estate, commodities, or securities)
  3. an agent who arranges marriages

Broker (verb)

  1. to function as a broker with regard to (something, such as an agreement or deal), to arrange, settle, or control (something) as a broker

Broker (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. 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"

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

  2. 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"

    similar: dealer, merchandiser, seller, vendor
    related: merchant, trader, tradesman, auctioneer, concessionaire, black marketer, bootlegger, fence, fencer, hustler, scalper, smuggler, trafficker, discounter, distributor, e-tailer, exporter, jobber, reseller, retailer, wholesaler, chapman (British), hawker, huckster, peddler, salesclerk, salesman, salesperson, saleswoman, shopgirl, bargainer, haggler, horse trader, palterer
    opposite: buyer, purchaser
    near: consumer, end user, user

Related Entry: Honest broker (noun)

Honest broker is a different word from Broker. The synonyms below are for honest broker, not for broker.

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

    "after all the bad blood on both sides, we need to find someone who hasn't been influenced and can act as an honest broker"

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

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Broker

The most common words with a similar meaning to Broker:

buffer, conciliator, go-between, honest broker, interceder, intercessor, intermediary, intermediate, interposer, mediator, middleman, peacemaker, dealer, merchandiser, seller, vendor

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Broker

Words with the opposite meaning of Broker:

buyer, purchaser

Related Words for Broker

troubleshooter, moderator, bargainer, negotiant, negotiator, appeaser, pacificator, pacifier, reconciler, agent, attorney, deputy, factor, procurator, proxy, liaison, medium, ambassador, emissary, envoy, legate, messenger, delegate, representative, busybody, interferer, meddler, arbiter, arbitrator, judge

Near Antonyms of Broker

consumer, end user, user

Word Forms of Broker

Inflections: brokers, brokered, brokering

Origin & Etymology of Broker

Middle English brocour, bragger "broker, middleman," borrowed from Anglo-French abrocour, brocour, broggour (British Medieval Latin abrocātor, brocātor, broggātor), of uncertain origin

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Broker

  • Topics: Business & Economics

Words & Phrases Containing Broker

honest broker, power broker, insurance broker

Frequently Asked Questions about Broker

What does "Broker" mean?

"Broker" means someone who acts as an intermediary. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: someone who acts as an intermediary. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Broker"?

Other words for "Broker" include buffer, conciliator, go-between, honest broker, interceder, intercessor, intermediary and intermediate. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Broker" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Broker"?

There are 83 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Broker". Common alternatives include buffer, conciliator, go-between, honest broker, interceder, intercessor, intermediary, intermediate, interposer and mediator.

What is the opposite of "Broker"?

Antonyms of "Broker" include buyer and purchaser. Near antonyms include consumer, end user and user.

How do you use "Broker" in a sentence?

Examples of "Broker" in a sentence: "the broker in the hostage situation was a prominent reporter that the gunman felt he could trust"; "all of the local yacht brokers were at the boat show".

Is "Broker" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Broker" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Broker"?

"Broker" is pronounced /ˈbrō-kər/ and divided into syllables as bro·ker.

What is the origin of the word "Broker"?

"Broker" comes from Middle English brocour, bragger "broker, middleman," borrowed from Anglo-French abrocour, brocour, broggour (British Medieval Latin abrocātor, brocātor, broggātor), of uncertain origin. First known use: 14th century.