mediation

Definitions

The intervention in a dispute in order to resolve it.

The action of acting as an intermediary between parties to bring about an agreement.

Examples

The labor dispute was finally resolved through professional mediation.

They decided to seek mediation to settle their divorce terms amicably.

The international community called for mediation to prevent further conflict between the two nations.

Synonyms

arbitration intervention conciliation negotiation intercession adjudication settlement

Antonyms

confrontation conflict dispute hostility strife discord contention