What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
mediary
Example
The lawyer acted as a mediary between the two parties in the dispute. [mediary: noun]
Example
The software program serves as a mediary between the user and the database. [mediary: adjective]
intermediary
Example
The real estate agent acted as an intermediary between the buyer and seller. [intermediary: noun]
Example
The bank serves as an intermediary between the borrower and lender. [intermediary: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Intermediary is more commonly used than mediary in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between mediary and intermediary?
Intermediary is more formal than mediary and is often used in legal, business, or diplomatic contexts.
