intercessor

Definitions

A person who intervenes on behalf of another, especially by prayer.

A mediator who acts as an intermediary between two parties to reconcile differences.

Examples

The diplomat acted as an intercessor between the two warring nations to help negotiate a peaceful resolution.

In many religious traditions, the faithful pray to a saint to serve as an intercessor before the divine.

She became a powerful intercessor for the underprivileged, constantly lobbying the city council for better housing policies.

Synonyms

mediator advocate arbitrator negotiator peacemaker go-between liaison

Antonyms

adversary opponent antagonist instigator provocateur enemy detractor