befriender

/ˈbɛfriˌɛndər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who makes friends or brings people together, especially in a social or official capacity.

“The event organizer was a skilled befriender, helping to connect the attendees with one another.”

2. verb

To make friends with someone or to bring people together, especially in a social or official capacity.

“The charity worked to befriend the isolated elderly residents in the community.”

Synonyms

  • ambassador
  • mediator
  • socializer

Antonyms

  • alienator
  • divisor