mediative
|me-di-a-tive|
/ˌmiːdiˈeɪtɪv/
acting as a middle/mediator
Etymology
'mediative' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'mediativus', where 'medius' meant 'middle'.
'mediative' changed from the Medieval Latin word 'mediativus' and eventually became the modern English word 'mediative' through scholarly and linguistic usage.
Initially, it meant 'of or relating to the middle; mediating', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'serving as a mediator or indicating mediation (in grammar)'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a mediator or a mediating factor (a person or thing that mediates).
He acted as a mediative between the conflicting groups.
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Adjective 1
serving as a mediator; conciliatory or acting to mediate between parties.
She took a mediative role in the negotiations to help both sides reach an agreement.
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Adjective 2
(linguistics) Denoting or relating to a grammatical form that indicates mediation, indirectness, or reported action (e.g., reported speech).
Some languages use a mediative form to mark reported speech.
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Adverb 1
in a mediative manner; by means of mediation or conciliation.
She spoke mediatively to calm the disputing parties.
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Last updated: 2026/01/04 04:49