Meaning & Definition of word "Compromise"

Compromise

/ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/

1. An agreement or a settlement of a dispute that is reached by each side making concessions.
- Example: After hours of negotiation, the two parties finally reached a compromise that satisfied both sides.
2. A weakening of one’s principles or standards, often for the sake of agreement or efficiency.
- Example: She felt that accepting the offer would be a compromise of her values.

1. To make a deal or settle a dispute by mutual concession;
- Example: They were able to compromise on the terms of the contract.
2. To expose or make vulnerable to danger or suspicion.
- Example: Revealing the password could compromise the security of the entire system.

From Middle English 'compromissen', from Old French 'compromettre', from Latin 'compromittere' (to bind by mutual agreement).

reach a compromise:

To come to an agreement by giving up something.

strike a compromise:

To arrive at a mutually acceptable agreement.

compromise on something:

To make concessions about a specific topic.

concession:

A thing that is granted, especially in response to demands.

negotiation:

Discussion aimed at reaching an agreement.

agreement:

A negotiated and typically legally binding arrangement.

Meaning: To settle for less than one's ideal.

Example Sentence: He had to compromise on the car he wanted since it was out of his budget.

Meaning: To give in or surrender on an issue.

Example Sentence: In the end, she compromised on where to go for dinner.