OpenSynonym

umpires

/ˈʌm.paɪərz/

NOUN

1. Officials who supervise sporting contests

People responsible for overseeing a sports game, enforcing its rules, and making decisions during play.

1.1. Sports match officials

Officials who supervise sporting competitions, monitor players, and make authoritative decisions to ensure that the rules are followed.

Synonyms

  • referees
  • match officials
  • sports officials
  • judges
  • arbiters

Examples

  • The baseball players exchanged glances, awaiting the umpires' decision on the close call.
  • In the heated tennis match, both players appealed to the umpires for a fair judgment.
  • A hush fell over the stadium as the cricket umpires deliberated on the LBW appeal.
  • The umpires carefully monitored the match to ensure fair play.
  • The players accepted the umpires' decisions and continued the game.

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NOUN

2. People who arbitrate between opposing parties

People who act as impartial authorities to settle disagreements or make decisions between parties in dispute.

2.1. Arbitration and dispute resolution

People appointed to hear opposing sides, evaluate disagreements, and provide an impartial decision or settlement.

Synonyms

Examples

  • The two companies appointed independent umpires to settle their contractual disputes.
  • The umpires listened carefully to both parties before reaching a decision.
  • The committee selected experienced umpires to resolve the disagreements.
  • Both sides agreed to accept the umpires' final rulings.
  • The appointed umpires helped the opposing parties reach a fair settlement.

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