Vocabulary

Mediator

English and Urdu gloss, synonyms and antonyms, and example usage from our editorial sentence cache where available.

English meaning
a person who attempts to make people involved in a conflict come to an agreement; a go-between.
Urdu meaning
ثالث، بیچ بچاﺅ کرنا
Example sentences (from Dawn)

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  1. PAKISTAN`S role as a mediator between warring nations is both unusual and commendable, but after the failed US-Iranian talks in Islamabad earlier this month, there is no guarantee it will pay the desired dividends.
    Dawn Editorials — Trumped again? — 2026-04-22
  2. THERE is a war in the neighbourhood and Pakistan is playing the role of the mediator, trying to convince two old foes to smoke the peace pipe and let bygones be bygones.
    Dawn Editorials — No time for allies — 2026-04-21
  3. Likewise, its domestic political environment prevents New Delhi from assuming the role of mediator in international conflicts.
    Dawn Editorials — Choosing not to be a peace-broker — 2026-04-18
  4. American officials have indicated that discussions are underway to resume talks, with Pakistan continuing its role as mediator.
    Dawn Editorials — Back to the table? — 2026-04-15
  5. The current regime can and should claim credit for playing the role of mediator between the US and Iran, but this does not make it less accountable for its excesses within.
    Dawn Editorials — A new dawn? — 2026-04-10
Synonyms
arbitrator, arbiter, negotiator, conciliator, go-between, middleman,

Antonyms
fighter
Curator example
“the government appointed a mediator to assist in finding a resolution to the dispute”

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