Intercede
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪntə(ɹ)ˈsiːd/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Intercede is a verb meaning (intransitive) To plead on someone else's behalf.
Meaning
(intransitive) To plead on someone else's behalf.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) To act as a mediator in a dispute; to arbitrate or mediate.
- (intransitive) To pass between; to intervene.
Example Sentences
Our Lady intercedes
I to the Lords will intercede, not doubting / Thir favourable ear,
He supposed that a vast period interceded between that origination and the age wherein he lived.
Word Forms
- intercedes
- interceding
- interceded
Synonyms for intercede
Depending on context, synonyms include intercess, liaise, mediate, arbitrate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mediate, arbitrate, liaise, settle, respond, intervene.
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