Definitions

intermediary

[in-ter-mee-dee-er-ee] / ˌɪn tərˈmi diˌɛr i /

NOUN

person who negotiates

Synonyms

STRONGEST

broker emissary go-between mediator negotiator

STRONG

agent channel connection cutout delegate entrepreneur fixer influence instrument intercessor intermediate medium organ vehicle

WEAK

interagent interceder middle person

Antonyms

STRONG

end

Example Sentences

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Payment settlement often involves an intermediary U.S. bank, though not always.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

A better way of insuring arbitrator impartiality is for both you and the firm to name an intermediary that chooses an arbitrator acceptable to both you and the firm.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 16, 2026

"So‑called intermediary agents are widely used in the recruitment of international students worldwide, including in Finland," communications director, Thomas Sund, told the BBC.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

"Every day we are losing hope and facing increasing mental pressure and health problems," one Indian crew member told AFP through an intermediary, asking not to be named.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Agents demanded, through the intermediary, that Pike come forward.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann

Vocabulary lists containing intermediary

Animal Farm

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