intercede — to intervene on behalf of another person, especially to plead or make a request
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to intervene on behalf of another person, especially to plead or make a request
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɪntərˈsiːd/
Korean meaning: 다른 사람을 대신해서 중재하다, 중간에서 도와주다, 탄원하다
Korean pronunciation: 인터**씨**드
Example Sentences
- When my mom found out I failed the test, my dad interceded and suggested I get a tutor instead of being grounded.
- The diplomat interceded between the two countries to prevent war.
- My cat always intercedes when I'm arguing with my sister by meowing loudly until we stop.
intercede
VERB//ˌɪntərˈsiːd//
to intervene on behalf of another person, especially to plead or make a request
A teacher intercedes between two arguing children on the playground
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She intercedes so he can proceed to succeed!
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Origin
From Latin intercedere, meaning 'to go between' or 'to intervene.' In ancient Rome, mediators would literally walk between important parties to facilitate communication and resolve disputes.
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“When my mom found out I failed the test, my dad interceded and suggested I get a tutor instead of being grounded.”
“The diplomat interceded between the two countries to prevent war.”
“My cat always intercedes when I'm arguing with my sister by meowing loudly until we stop.”
“The manager interceded for the employee who was facing disciplinary action.”
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