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    Mediator

    /ˈmiː.di.eɪ.tər/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A person who helps others to resolve conflicts or negotiate agreements.
    The mediator facilitated the discussion between the two parties to ensure a fair resolution.
    A person who acts as an intermediate agent in a negotiation process.
    The mediator was crucial in bridging the communication gap between the involved groups.
    In psychology, a variable that explains the relationship between two other variables.
    Empathy acted as a mediator in the relationship between conflict and resolution.
    A neutral third party involved in a dispute resolution, often in legal or formal contexts.
    They decided to hire a mediator to help settle their dispute out of court.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'mediator', meaning 'one who mediates'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    go-between:
    A person who acts as an intermediary to facilitate communication or negotiation.
    mediator in a dispute:
    A person specifically engaged to help resolve conflicts.
    third-party mediator:
    An independent party brought into a situation to help settle disagreements.

    Related Words

    mediation
    The process by which a mediator helps parties reach an agreement.
    arbitration
    A process in which a neutral third party makes a binding decision to resolve disputes.
    conciliation
    A process of resolving disputes where the conciliator helps to improve communication.

    Slang Meanings

    Middleman
    He's just a middleman, not really part of the deal.
    Peacemaker
    She always plays the peacemaker in our friend group.