Moderator

usgb/ˈmɑːdəreɪtər/
noun

A person who controls a discussion or meeting, making sure it is conducted in a fair and organized way.

The moderator of the debate asked each candidate to summarize their positions.
Visual representation of "moderator" - A person who controls a discussion or meeting, making sure it is conducted in a fair and organized way.

Often appears as...

  • debate moderator
  • conference moderator
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Control and fairness

Moderator ensures everyone follows the rules and gets a chance to speak.

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The moderator interrupted when the speaker went off-topic.
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Beyond Debates

'Moderator' isn't just for debates; it's also used for various meetings or discussions.

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We need a moderator for our book club to keep the discussions on track.
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Impartial Figure

A moderator must not take sides and should remain neutral.

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Our moderator never shares her own opinions during the discussions.
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