dispute-resolving

adjective
UK /dɪˈspjuːt rɪˌzɒlvɪŋ/
US /dɪˈspjuːt rɪˌzɑːlvɪŋ/

Helping people stop arguing and fix a problem.

The dispute-resolving talk helped the two neighbors become friends again.

SYNONYMS

peacemakingmediatingreconcilingsettlingarbitrating

RELATED WORDS

negotiationmediationcompromiseagreementconflict

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Able to settle a disagreement between two sides.

They chose a dispute-resolving method instead of going to court.

3. Designed to end a fight or argument fairly.

The school uses a dispute-resolving program for students who quarrel.

4. Used for solving conflicts without violence.

The club taught dispute-resolving skills to young leaders.