Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
concessionist
noun
/kənˈsɛʃənɪst/
Definition
A person who advocates for or makes concessions, especially in negotiations or discussions.
Examples
- The concessionist approach during the talks helped ease tensions between the two parties.
- As a concessionist, she believed that flexibility was key to successful negotiations.
- The team adopted a concessionist attitude, willing to give up certain demands for a broader agreement.
Meaning
Concessionists focus on compromise rather than absolute positions, often seeking to find common ground in disagreements.
Synonyms
- compromiser
- negotiator
- mediator
