centrist
n. countablen. a person whose political beliefs are in the middle, rather than being very liberal or very conservative. You use this to describe someone who prefers moderate changes and compromise.
n. a person who holds moderate political views and avoids extreme positions on either the left or the right of the political spectrum.
The candidate is a centrist who hopes to appeal to all voters.
As a lifelong centrist, the senator often acts as a bridge between the two major parties during difficult budget negotiations.
Political analysts argue that while the party base is moving toward the fringes, the election will ultimately be decided by the centrist who prioritizes economic stability over ideological purity.
Often used as a modifier before another noun, such as 'centrist policies' or 'centrist candidate'.