Meaning of the word mediating in English
What does mediating mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
mediating
US /ˈmiː.di.eɪ.tɪŋ/
UK /ˈmiː.di.eɪ.tɪŋ/
Verb
1.
to intervene between people in a dispute in order to bring about an agreement or reconciliation
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The lawyer spent hours mediating between the two parties.
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The UN is actively mediating in the conflict zone.
2.
to act as a means of conveying or reconciling
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Art can be a powerful tool for mediating cultural differences.
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Technology is mediating how we interact with the world.
Adjective
acting as an intermediary or go-between
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The organization plays a mediating role in international disputes.
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Her calm demeanor had a mediating effect on the heated discussion.