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intercession Synonyms

Another word for intercession

Choosing another word for intercession depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The action of intervening on behalf of another, especially to resolve a dispute or secure a favor.

Usage Example

"Through the diplomatic intervention of neutral observers, the two sides finally agreed to a ceasefire."

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intervention
mediation
Strong
advocacy
negotiation
arbitration
conciliation

• noun (Context 2)

The act of praying to a deity on behalf of other people, or a prayer offered for the benefit of others.

Usage Example

"The congregation offered prayers of supplication for the recovery of the sick and the comfort of the bereaved."

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supplication
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entreaty
petition
prayer
plea
invocation

Opposites of intercession

The opposite of intercession shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

nonintervention
See all opposites of intercession

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Intercession. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/intercession
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