AGENT

• (noun) the semantic role of the animate entity that instigates or causes the happening denoted by the verb in the clause

  synonyms : agentive role

• (noun) an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect

  "their research uncovered new disease agents"

• (noun) a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission

  synonyms : broker , factor

• (noun) a representative who acts on behalf of other persons or organizations

• (noun) any agent or representative of a federal agency or bureau

  synonyms : federal agent

• (noun) a substance that exerts some force or effect

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