Synonyms for

Middleman

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

Definition

A person who arranges business deals between two parties for a commission.

Synonyms & similar words

interlocutor jobber contact wholesaler broker agent intermediary go-between facilitator mediator arbitrator negotiator representative liaison intercessor conciliator fixer dealer trader merchant wholesaler retailer jobber distributor

Example sentences

  1. The middleman takes a cut of the profit for his services.
  2. We hired a middleman to help us negotiate a better deal with the supplier.
  3. The middleman made it easier for us to buy our new house.
  4. Without a middleman, it would have been harder for us to find a buyer for our old car.
  5. The middleman acted as an intermediary between the two companies.

Quotes

  • The middleman is a necessary evil.
  • The middleman is the grease that keeps the wheels of commerce turning.
  • The middleman is like a bridge between two worlds.

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