<p><strong>Verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>mediated</li><li>mediating</li><li>to settle (disputes, strikes, etc.) as an intermediary between parties; reconcile.</li><li>Synonyms: arbitrate</li><li>to bring about (an agreement, accord, truce, peace, etc.) as an intermediary between parties by compromise, reconciliation, removal of misunderstanding, etc.</li><li>Synonyms: arbitrate</li><li>to effect (a result) or convey (a message, gift, etc.) by or as if by an intermediary.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used without object)</strong></p><ul><li>mediated</li><li>mediating</li><li>to act between parties to effect an agreement, compromise, reconciliation, etc.</li><li>Synonyms: intervene, intercede</li><li>to occupy an intermediate place or position.</li></ul><p><strong>Adjective</strong></p><ul><li>acting through, dependent on, or involving an intermediate agency; not direct or immediate.</li></ul>