Synonyms for

Broker

Verb / ˈbrəʊkɜ: / Another word for broker — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A broker is a person or a company that buys or sells things for others.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

intermediary agent middleman dealer

Informal

go-between fixer matchmaker

Literary

facilitator negotiator

Antonyms

buyer seller principal client owner investor

Common collocations

  • stock broker
  • real estate broker
  • insurance broker
  • mortgage broker
  • commodity broker
  • business broker
  • act as a broker
  • become a broker

Word family

noun brokerage
verb brokerage

Usage note

A broker acts as an intermediary in a transaction, typically for a commission. It can refer to professionals in finance, real estate, or other fields.

Example sentences

  1. The broker helped me buy stocks.
  2. My dad works as a broker for a real estate company.
  3. The art broker sold the painting for a high price.
  4. The insurance broker found me a great policy.
  5. The broker negotiated a deal between the two companies.

Quotes

  • A good broker is a lot like a good umpire or a good referee. You hardly notice them when they do their job right.
  • A broker's just a cheap crook gone to college.
  • A good broker is like a good mechanic. He will find the problem and fix it.

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