INTERCESSION Synonyms
There are 7 hypernyms of the word intercession. (close relations)
Definition of INTERCESSION
Best Alternative Words for INTERCESSION
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intervention | nounn | |||||||
noun • the act of intervening (as to mediate a dispute, etc.) • a policy of intervening in the affairs of other countries • the act or fact of interposing one thing between or among others • (law) a proceeding that permits a person to enter into a lawsuit already in progress; admission of person not an original party to the suit so that person can protect some right or interest that is allegedly affected by the proceedings • care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury) | ||||||||
advocacy | nounn | |||||||
noun • active support of an idea or cause etc.; especially the act of pleading or arguing for something | ||||||||
arbitration | nounn | |||||||
noun • (law) the hearing and determination of a dispute by an impartial referee agreed to by both parties (often used to settle disputes between labor and management) • the act of deciding as an arbiter; giving authoritative judgment | ||||||||
conciliation | nounn | |||||||
noun • the state of manifesting goodwill and cooperation after being reconciled • any of various forms of mediation whereby disputes may be settled short of arbitration • the act of placating and overcoming distrust and animosity | ||||||||
interposition | nounn | |||||||
noun • the action of interjecting or interposing an action or remark that interrupts • the act or fact of interposing one thing between or among others | ||||||||
involvement | nounn | |||||||
noun • the act of sharing in the activities of a group • a connection of inclusion or containment • a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something • a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship • the condition of sharing in common with others (as fellows or partners etc.) | ||||||||
mediation | nounn | |||||||
noun • a negotiation to resolve differences that is conducted by some impartial party • the act of intervening for the purpose of bringing about a settlement | ||||||||
negotiation | nounn | |||||||
noun • a discussion intended to produce an agreement • the activity or business of negotiating an agreement; coming to terms |