Arbitrate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɑːbɪtɹeɪt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Arbitrate is a verb meaning To make a judgment (on a dispute) as an arbitrator or arbiter.
Meaning
To make a judgment (on a dispute) as an arbitrator or arbiter.
More Meanings
- To submit (a dispute) to such judgment
- (mathematics, rare) To assign an arbitrary value to, or otherwise determine arbitrarily.
Example Sentences
to arbitrate a disputed case
We wish to show f is continuous. Arbitrate epsilon greater than zero.
There shall your swords and lances arbitrate / The swelling difference of your settled hate.
Word Forms
- arbitrates
- arbitrating
- arbitrated
Synonyms for arbitrate
Depending on context, synonyms include adjudge, deem, adjudicate, doom, hear, judge.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include intercede, mediate, liaise, arbitral, arbitration, adjudicate.
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