arbiter
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A person or group with the authority to settle a dispute or decide what's correct.
Synonyms and antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The committee acted as the final _____ in the pay dispute."
Answer: arbiter
In your own words, what does "arbiter" mean?
A person or group with the authority to settle a dispute or decide what's correct.
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