C1 verb Formal

arbitration

/ˌɑːrbɪˈtreɪʃn/

Arbitration is a formal process where a dispute is settled by an impartial third party, known as an arbitrator, rather than in a court of law. It is a form of alternative dispute resolution where the parties agree to be bound by the arbitrator's final decision.

Examples

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1

The neighbors decided to go to arbitration to settle the dispute over the property line without a long court battle.

The neighbors decided to go to arbitration to settle the dispute over the property line without a long court battle.

2

The international treaty stipulates that all commercial disagreements must be resolved via international arbitration.

The international treaty stipulates that all commercial disagreements must be resolved via international arbitration.

3

I think we should just use arbitration so we don't spend all our money on lawyers.

I think we should just use arbitration so we don't spend all our money on lawyers.

Word Family

Noun
arbitration
Verb
arbitrate
Adjective
arbitrational
Related
arbitrator
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Memory Tip

Think of an 'Arbiter' as a 'Referee' who 'bitrates' (breaks apart) a fight to find a solution.

Quick Quiz

The union and the management agreed to enter into ______ to end the strike and reach a fair contract.

Correct!

The correct answer is: arbitration

Examples

1

The neighbors decided to go to arbitration to settle the dispute over the property line without a long court battle.

everyday

The neighbors decided to go to arbitration to settle the dispute over the property line without a long court battle.

2

The international treaty stipulates that all commercial disagreements must be resolved via international arbitration.

formal

The international treaty stipulates that all commercial disagreements must be resolved via international arbitration.

3

I think we should just use arbitration so we don't spend all our money on lawyers.

informal

I think we should just use arbitration so we don't spend all our money on lawyers.

4

Academic research suggests that mandatory arbitration clauses in employment contracts can disadvantage individual workers.

academic

Academic research suggests that mandatory arbitration clauses in employment contracts can disadvantage individual workers.

5

The corporation entered into binding arbitration to resolve the breach of contract claim with its supplier.

business

The corporation entered into binding arbitration to resolve the breach of contract claim with its supplier.

Word Family

Noun
arbitration
Verb
arbitrate
Adjective
arbitrational
Related
arbitrator

Common Collocations

binding arbitration binding arbitration
arbitration clause arbitration clause
submit to arbitration submit to arbitration
international arbitration international arbitration
arbitration award arbitration award

Common Phrases

arbitration agreement

arbitration agreement

pendency of arbitration

pendency of arbitration

forced arbitration

forced arbitration

Often Confused With

arbitration vs mediation

Mediation involves a neutral party helping parties reach their own agreement, while arbitration involves a neutral party making a final, binding decision for them.

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Usage Notes

Use 'arbitration' specifically when referring to the legal or quasi-legal process of dispute resolution. It is most commonly used in the fields of law, business, and labor relations.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often misspell it as 'arbitriation' or confuse the 'arbitrator' (the judge) with the 'mediator' (the facilitator).

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Memory Tip

Think of an 'Arbiter' as a 'Referee' who 'bitrates' (breaks apart) a fight to find a solution.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Latin 'arbitratio', meaning 'judgment' or 'the power to decide'.

Grammar Patterns

Uncountable noun in most contexts Used with verbs like 'submit to', 'enter into', or 'resort to' Commonly followed by 'clause' or 'agreement'
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Cultural Context

In many Western corporate cultures, arbitration is preferred over public trials to maintain confidentiality and save time.

Quick Quiz

The union and the management agreed to enter into ______ to end the strike and reach a fair contract.

Correct!

The correct answer is: arbitration

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