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Antonym - Mediate

Description:

Mediate, as an antonym, refers to the act of intervening, mediating, or reconciling between two or more parties in a dispute or conflict. It denotes engaging in the process of finding a middle ground or facilitating communication and negotiation.

Senses and Usages:

Verb:

Sense: To intervene or reconcile between conflicting parties.

Usage 1: The professional mediator was able to successfully mediate the negotiations between the labor union and the management.

Usage 2: The board of directors appointed a neutral third party to mediate the ongoing dispute between the two companies.

Adjective:

Sense: Pertaining to mediating or acting as a mediator.

Usage 1: The mediation process requires a mediator who possesses strong communication and negotiation skills.

Usage 2: The disputing parties were encouraged to consult with a trained mediatory professional.

Noun:

Sense: A person who mediates or facilitates negotiation between conflicting parties.

Usage 1: Our company hired a mediator to help resolve the contract dispute.

Usage 2: The mediator remained impartial throughout the negotiations, ensuring a fair and objective process.

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