Intermediary

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnərˈmiːdiːɛriː/

Intermediary (noun)

  1. a person who helps two groups or people communicate or reach an agreement
  2. a stage or process that connects two other stages or processes

Examples

  • The lawyer acted as an intermediary between the two parties.
  • An intermediary can help resolve disputes effectively.

Common collocations: act as an intermediary, serve as an intermediary, intermediary role, intermediary stage, intermediary phase

Synonyms of Intermediary

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Intermediary

  • When no intermediary is involved.