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/ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/
Meaning & Definition
noun
An agreement or a settlement of a dispute that is reached by each side making concessions.
After hours of negotiation, the two parties finally reached a compromise that satisfied both sides.
A weakening of one’s principles or standards, often for the sake of agreement or efficiency.
She felt that accepting the offer would be a compromise of her values.
verb
To make a deal or settle a dispute by mutual concession;
They were able to compromise on the terms of the contract.
To expose or make vulnerable to danger or suspicion.
Revealing the password could compromise the security of the entire system.
Etymology
From Middle English 'compromissen', from Old French 'compromettre', from Latin 'compromittere' (to bind by mutual agreement).
Common Phrases and Expressions
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.
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Slang Meanings
To settle for less than one's ideal.
He had to compromise on the car he wanted since it was out of his budget.
To give in or surrender on an issue.
In the end, she compromised on where to go for dinner.