mediation (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: ˌmiːdiˈeɪʃən

Definition

The process of intervening between conflicting parties to promote reconciliation, settlement, or compromise.

Examples

• The labor union and the company entered mediation to resolve their ongoing contract dispute.

• Successful mediation often prevents the need for a lengthy and expensive court trial.

• Both parties agreed that the mediation session was productive and helped them understand each other's perspectives.

How to Use mediation

in mediation (prepositional phrase)

currently undergoing the process of mediation. — "The two companies are currently in mediation to settle their differences."

seek mediation (collocation)

to actively look for a mediator to resolve a problem. — "They decided to seek mediation rather than filing a lawsuit."

undergo mediation (collocation)

to participate in the mediation process. — "Both employees were required to undergo mediation after the conflict in the office."

Synonyms of mediation

Words with a similar meaning to mediation:

• help
• advice
• intervention
• arbitration
• conciliation

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