matchmaker

/ˈmætʃmeɪkər/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who helps to arrange marriages or romantic relationships, especially by introducing people to each other

“The matchmaker had been in the business for over 20 years and had a 90% success rate.”

2. verb

to find a suitable partner for someone, especially in a romantic or business relationship

“The company hired a matchmaker to find a suitable partner for their new project.”

Synonyms

  • arranger
  • arranger of marriages
  • marriage broker

Antonyms

  • breaker
  • discordant