Synonyms for

Moderator

Verb / ˈmɑ:dɜ:ˌeɪtɜ: / Another word for moderator — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who leads a discussion or debate; someone who makes sure that everyone follows the rules and stays on topic.

Synonyms & similar words

facilitator chairperson mediator arbiter referee leader organizer supervisor controller conductor director manager administrator guide facilitator host presenter emcee compere announcer

Synonyms by register

Formal

arbiter mediator adjudicator referee

Informal

host facilitator guide leader

Literary

umpire judge

Antonyms

agitator instigator provocateur disruptor extremist radical

Common collocations

  • forum moderator
  • online moderator
  • meeting moderator
  • discussion moderator
  • appointed moderator
  • chief moderator
  • act as moderator
  • serve as moderator

Word family

noun moderator
verb moderate
adjective moderate
adverb moderately

Usage note

A moderator typically oversees a discussion or process to ensure fairness and order. It can refer to someone who leads a debate, manages an online forum, or presides over a meeting.

Example sentences

  1. The moderator made sure everyone got a chance to speak.
  2. The teacher acted as the moderator for the class discussion.
  3. The debate was very heated, but the moderator kept things under control.
  4. The moderator asked the panelists to share their opinions on the topic.
  5. The moderator reminded the audience to stay quiet during the debate.

Quotes

  • The moderator's job is to keep the discussion from going off the rails. - John Dickerson
  • The role of the moderator is to keep candidates to their time limits and to try to keep them on topic. - Candy Crowley
  • I think the moderator has a responsibility to keep the conversation going and to keep it on track. - Gwen Ifill

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