mediation
mee-dee-AY-shuhn
Mediation (noun) means a process in which a neutral third party helps opposing sides negotiate a resolution. Example: “The couple chose mediation instead of a costly court battle over the divorce.”
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A process in which a neutral third party helps opposing sides negotiate a resolution.
"The couple chose mediation instead of a costly court battle over the divorce."
"Mediation allowed both sides to agree on a settlement without going to trial."
"The school offers mediation to help pupils settle arguments peacefully."
How to use mediation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA structured way of resolving a conflict where a neutral helper guides both sides toward agreement.
Common pairings
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mediation session
labor mediation
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- Plural
- mediations
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Etymology
From Latin mediātiō, from mediārī ("to intervene"), from medius ("middle").
Synonyms
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Rhymes for mediation
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “mediation” mean?
The word “mediation” means a process in which a neutral third party helps opposing sides negotiate a resolution. In plain terms, a structured way of resolving a conflict where a neutral helper guides both sides toward agreement.
How do you pronounce “mediation”?
“Mediation” is pronounced mee-dee-AY-shuhn (/ˌmidiˈeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “mediation” in a sentence?
Here is “mediation” used in a sentence: “The couple chose mediation instead of a costly court battle over the divorce.”
What part of speech is “mediation”?
“Mediation” is a noun.
Where does the word “mediation” come from?
The word “mediation” comes from Latin. From Latin mediātiō, from mediārī ("to intervene"), from medius ("middle").
Is “mediation” a common word?
“Mediation” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
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