intercession

/,intə'seʃn/
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intercession

A teacher makes an intercession between two students arguing over a toy.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The act of intervening to help settle a dispute or conflict: "Intercession" refers to the action of becoming involved in a situation to help resolve a problem between people or groups.
    • A prayer made on behalf of another person: In a religious context, "intercession" is the act of praying to God or a deity for the benefit or help of someone else.
Usage
  • Use "intercession" as a countable noun to describe a specific instance of mediation or prayer.
  • It is often used in formal, diplomatic, or religious contexts.
  • Common structures: "through the intercession of [someone]", "to make an intercession for [someone]".
Examples
  • Mediation/Intervention:
    • The dispute was resolved through the intercession of a neutral third party.
    • Her timely intercession prevented a serious argument between the two departments.
  • Prayer:
    • The priest offered an intercession for the sick members of the congregation.
    • Many believers pray for the intercession of saints.
Advanced Usage
  • "To make intercession": To formally intervene or pray on someone's behalf.
    • The ambassador made intercession with the foreign minister on behalf of the detained journalist.
  • "Act of intercession": Emphasizes the action itself.
    • The act of intercession requires both compassion and courage.
Variants and Related Words
  • Intercede (verb): To intervene or plead on behalf of another.
    • He asked his friend to intercede with the landlord.
  • Intercessor (noun): A person who intervenes or prays on behalf of others.
    • She acted as an intercessor in the labor negotiations.
  • Intercessory (adjective): Relating to or characterized by intercession.
    • They held an intercessory prayer service.
Synonyms
  • Mediation: Intervention in a dispute to resolve it.
  • Intervention: The action of becoming involved in a situation.
  • Pleading: Making an emotional appeal.
  • Prayer: A solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to God.
Related Phrases
  • Divine intercession: Intervention or help believed to come from God or a deity.
    • They attributed their survival to divine intercession.
intercession

A teacher makes an intercession between two students arguing over a toy.

Noun
  1. the act of intervening (as to mediate a dispute, etc.)
    • it occurs without human intervention
  2. a prayer to God on behalf of another person

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