intercessory

/ˌɪntərˈsɛsəri/
adjective
  1. Relating to or involving the act of speaking or pleading on behalf of someone else, especially in prayer.
    • Many religious texts emphasize the power of intercessory prayer for healing.
    • The church holds an intercessory prayer meeting every Wednesday evening.
    • Her intercessory role in the community involved bringing people's concerns to the local government.
  2. Relating to mediation or intervention between parties.
    • His intercessory approach to the dispute earned the respect of both sides.
    • The organization provides intercessory services to resolve workplace conflicts.
    • The diplomat's intercessory efforts helped avoid a trade war.
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