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Just Vocabulary|JV425 (Intercede and Mandatory) Episode
INTERCEDE = 1. to plead on behalf of someone, especially when the person is about to be punished; 2. to act as a mediatorExamples:- Lisa decided not to intercede in the argument because she was afraid of getting .
- I would be thankful if you would intercede in this matter on my behalf.
- Marc asked his friend to intercede with the journalist
Synonyms:
mediate, advocate, intervene, intrude, assist, arbitrate
Antonyms:
remove oneself, antagonize
MANDATORY = compulsory: needing to be done, followed, or complied with, usually because of an official requirement. resembling or having the power of a mandate. Examples:
It is mandatory to wear a helmet while riding a motorcycle. To become a diver your must undergo a mandatory drug test before you apply for this position. All soccer players must undergo a mandatory drugs test before competing in the EURO'08 championship.Synonyms:
compulsory, required, imperative, requisite, obligatory
Antonyms:
voluntary, optional, elective
[ Sat, 7 Jun 2008 09:17:00 GMT ]
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