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compromise

/ˈkɑːmprəˌmaɪz/

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noun

plural -mises

a way of reaching agreement in which each person or group gives up something that was wanted in order to end an argument or dispute [noncount]

the art of political compromise

To avoid an argument, always be ready to seek compromise. [count]

Both boys will have to make compromises if they are to share the room. [=they will each have to give up something in order to get along]

The two sides were unable to reach a compromise. [=unable to come to an agreement] - often used before another noun

a compromise agreement/amendment/verdict/measure

[count] :something that combines the qualities of two different things - often + between

The style is a happy compromise between formal and informal.

a change that makes something worse and that is not done for a good reason [noncount]

a director who will not tolerate artistic compromise [count]

She says that accepting their proposal would be a compromise of her principles.

verb

-mises; -mised; -mising

[no obj] :to give up something that you want in order to reach an agreement :to settle differences by means of a compromise

The two sides were unwilling/unable to compromise. - often + on

They are unwilling to compromise (with each other) on this issue.

[+ obj] :to expose (something) to risk or danger :endanger

We can't reveal that information without compromising national security.

[+ obj] :to damage or weaken (something) :impair

a dangerous drug that can further compromise an already weakened immune system

[+ obj] :to damage (your reputation, integrity, etc.) by doing something that causes people to lose respect for you

He refused to do anything that might compromise his reputation/integrity/principles.

She had already compromised herself by refusing to answer their questions.