defuser
Calms volatile situations
A defuser is someone or something that defuses—that removes tension, danger, or explosive potential.
A skilled negotiator may be a defuser of conflicts.
In video games, particularly tactical shooters, a defuser is a device used to disarm bombs: Plant the defuser on the objective.
The spelling defusor occasionally appears but is nonstandard.
Remove capacity to harm
- deactivateTurn off or neutralize
- disposalAct of throwing away
- EODWorkday cutoff acronym
- IEDMakeshift explosive weapon
detonator · explosive · booby-trap · ordnance · minefield · demining · timer · incendiary
Skilled practical worker
- EODWorkday cutoff acronym
- sapperMilitary construction soldier
- minesweeperVessel clearing sea explosives
- engineerTechnical design professional
squad · robot · disposal · training · dexterity · bravery · calmness · focus
Neutral conflict resolver
- peacemakerConflict resolution agent
- diplomatOfficial foreign representative
- de-escalationReducing conflict intensity
- negotiationDiscussion seeking mutual accord
arbitration · conciliation · reconciliation · dialogue · compromise · intervention · calm · resolution
Involving significant consequences
- pressureForce upon contact
- stressPressure, mental or vocal
- nervesTense apprehension
- anxietyPersistent apprehensive distress
countdown · suspense · dread · apprehension · adrenaline · life-or-death · ticking · sweat
disarm
Remove capacity to harm
- deactivateTurn off or neutralize
- disposalAct of throwing away
- EODWorkday cutoff acronym
IED · detonator · explosive · booby-trap · ordnance · minefield · demining · timer · incendiary · squad
technician
Skilled practical worker
- EODWorkday cutoff acronym
- sapperMilitary construction soldier
- minesweeperVessel clearing sea explosives
engineer · squad · robot · disposal · training · dexterity · bravery · calmness · focus · concentration
mediator
Neutral conflict resolver
- peacemakerConflict resolution agent
- diplomatOfficial foreign representative
- de-escalationReducing conflict intensity
negotiation · arbitration · conciliation · reconciliation · dialogue · compromise · intervention · calm · resolution · truce
high-stakes
Involving significant consequences
anxiety · countdown · suspense · dread · apprehension · adrenaline · life-or-death · ticking · sweat · heartbeat
defuserinstigator
One who provokes action
agitator · provocateur · escalator · inflamer · rabble-rouser