Mediation: meaning, definitions and examples
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mediation
[ ˌmiː.diˈeɪ.ʃən ]
conflict resolution
The process of mediating between two or more parties to reach a mutual agreement.
Synonyms
arbitration, conciliation, negotiation
Examples of usage
- The mediation helped the two sides come to a compromise.
- She specializes in mediation and conflict resolution.
legal
The intervention in a dispute in order to resolve it.
Synonyms
arbitration, conciliation, intervention
Examples of usage
- The court ordered mediation to settle the case.
- We need to seek mediation before going to trial.
psychology
The process of intervening in a dispute to help the parties communicate and understand each other's perspectives.
Synonyms
conflict resolution, counseling, intervention
Examples of usage
- Mediation can be an effective way to resolve conflicts peacefully.
- She underwent mediation therapy to improve her relationships.
Translations
Translations of the word "mediation" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mediação
🇮🇳 मध्यस्थता
🇩🇪 Vermittlung
🇮🇩 mediasi
🇺🇦 медіація
🇵🇱 mediacja
🇯🇵 仲介 (ちゅうかい)
🇫🇷 médiation
🇪🇸 mediación
🇹🇷 arabuluculuk
🇰🇷 중재 (중재)
🇸🇦 وساطة
🇨🇿 mediace
🇸🇰 mediácia
🇨🇳 调解 (tiáojiě)
🇸🇮 mediacija
🇮🇸 miðlun
🇰🇿 делдалдық
🇬🇪 მედიაცია
🇦🇿 vasitəçilik
🇲🇽 mediación
Word origin
The word 'mediation' comes from the Latin word 'mediatio', which means 'intervention' or 'intercession'. The concept of mediation has been used for centuries as a way to resolve conflicts and disputes peacefully. In modern times, mediation has become a popular method for resolving legal disputes, workplace conflicts, and interpersonal issues.
See also: intermediate, mediatable, mediate, mediator, mediators.