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compromise
[kom-pruh-mahyz]
noun
a settlement of differences by mutual concessions; an agreement reached by adjustment of conflicting or opposing claims, principles, etc., by reciprocal modification of demands.
the result of such a settlement.
something intermediate between different things.
The split-level is a compromise between a ranch house and a multistoried house.
an endangering, especially of reputation; exposure to danger, suspicion, etc..
a compromise of one's integrity.
verb (used with object)
to settle by a compromise.
to expose or make vulnerable to danger, suspicion, scandal, etc.; jeopardize.
a military oversight that compromised the nation's defenses.
Obsolete.
to bind by bargain or agreement.
to bring to terms.
verb (used without object)
to make a compromise or compromises.
The conflicting parties agreed to compromise.
to make a dishonorable or shameful concession.
He is too honorable to compromise with his principles.
compromise
/ ˈɒəˌɪ /
noun
settlement of a dispute by concessions on both or all sides
the terms of such a settlement
something midway between two or more different things
an exposure of one's good name, reputation, etc, to injury
verb
to settle (a dispute) by making concessions
(tr) to expose (a person or persons) to disrepute
(tr) to prejudice unfavourably; weaken
his behaviour compromised his chances
obsolete(tr) to pledge mutually
Other 51Թ Forms
- compromiser noun
- compromisingly adverb
- compromissary adjective
- noncompromising adjective
- procompromise adjective
- quasi-compromising adjective
- quasi-compromisingly adverb
- ˈdzˌ noun
- ˈdzˌԲ adverb
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of compromise1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of compromise1
Example Sentences
He is wary of the pace at which buildings are being constructed, which he says is compromising quality control.
Walz, for his part, said Friday that the move was a compromise with Republican state lawmakers who he said threatened a government shutdown.
Its air defences were heavily compromised after last October's attacks by Israel.
Rose was infamously guilty of compromising the integrity of baseball by betting on games he managed.
It is something I take seriously and will never compromise on.
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