mediate disputes; give in to avoid trouble
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesverb
to mediate a dispute and settle it peacefully; to pacify a situation
formalDescribes active intervention to calm conflicts between parties. Often used in formal or administrative contexts.
The neighborhood committee mediator stepped in to settle the dispute, and the two families finally made up.
He is good at mediating disputes and is an indispensable peacemaker on the team.
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When facing conflicts, we should actively seek to pacify the situation rather than add fuel to the fire.
verb
to give in or make concessions to avoid further trouble; to swallow one's pride for peace
neutralImplies passive self-restraint or yielding to maintain peace, sometimes carrying a nuance of sacrificing one's interests or dignity. Can be neutral or slightly negative depending on context.
To avoid further trouble, he had no choice but to swallow his pride and apologize.
The boss chose to settle the matter by paying extra to silence the customer.
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Faced with unreasonable demands, constantly giving in to avoid trouble will only embolden the other party.