intercede

[ˌɪntərˈsiːd]

intercede Definition

• 1. to speak to someone in order to try to help or settle an argument or disagreement between them
• 2. to plead on someone's behalf

Using intercede: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "intercede" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I interceded with the police on behalf of my client.

• Example

  She interceded to prevent a fight between her friends.

• Example

  He interceded with his boss to get him a raise.

• Example

  The teacher interceded to stop the bullying.

intercede Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for intercede

• mediate
• intervene
• arbitrate
• negotiate

Antonyms for intercede

• ignore
• disregard

Phrases with intercede

• intercede for

  to plead on behalf of someone

  Example

  I interceded for my friend and got him a job.

• intercede with

  to speak to someone in order to try to help or settle an argument or disagreement between them

  Example

  She interceded with her parents to let her go to the party.

• intercede on behalf of

  to plead for someone else

  Example

  The lawyer interceded on behalf of his client.

Origins of intercede

from Latin 'intercedere', meaning 'to go between'

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Summary: intercede in Brief

'Intercede' [ˌɪntərˈsiːd] means to intervene in a dispute or conflict on behalf of someone, or to plead on their behalf. It is often used in legal or diplomatic contexts, as well as in personal relationships. Examples include 'She interceded to prevent a fight between her friends' and 'The teacher interceded to stop the bullying.' Synonyms include 'mediate,' 'intervene,' and 'arbitrate.'