
Intercede
Conflict Resolution
Use 'intercede' when someone actively works to settle a disagreement or fight.
A neutral friend can intercede to mend the rift between them.
Neutral Position
The person who intercedes usually doesn't take sides in the dispute they are mediating.
The counselor interceded without favoring either party in the conflict.
Voluntary Action
'Intercede' suggests a voluntary action to help resolve others' issues.
He wasn't asked but chose to intercede in the heated debate.