# mediation vs mediator

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### mediation
*noun · IPA /ˌmiːdiˈeɪʃən/ · frequency rank #14,791*
Negotiation to resolve differences conducted by an impartial party.

### mediator
*noun · IPA /ˈmidieɪtɚ/ · frequency rank #19,900*
One who negotiates between parties seeking mutual agreement.

## Source
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