mediate
/ˈmiːdieɪt/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6038 in the learning path
调解；斡旋
Definitions
v. To help opposing sides reach an agreement.
调解；斡旋
Example
Our neighbour offered to mediate when we argued about parking.
我们因停车问题争吵时，邻居主动提出调解。
Independent organisations can mediate between employers and workers to resolve disputes before they disrupt essential public services.
独立机构可以在雇主与员工之间进行调解，在纠纷影响基本公共服务之前将其解决。
Collocations
- mediate between two sides
- mediate a dispute
- mediate a settlement
Word family
- mediation (n.)
- mediator (n.)
Synonyms
- arbitrate
Usage tip
mediate侧重促成协议；arbitrate可指作出仲裁。
FAQ
- What does mediate mean?
- To help opposing sides reach an agreement.
- How is mediate pronounced?
- UK /ˈmiːdieɪt/, US /ˈmiːdieɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
