Policymaker

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    One involved in the formulation of policies, especially politicians, lobbyists, and activists.

    "The choice for vice president is of much more than a junior campaign partner. The nation is deciding on a powerful leader and policymaker who will not be vetted by Congress."

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"The policymaker made sure to carefully consider the pros and cons in his work."

Etymology

From policy + maker.

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