compromise

US /ˈkɑːm.prə.maɪz/
UK /ˈkɑːm.prə.maɪz/
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1.

an agreement or a settlement of a dispute that is reached by each side making concessions

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After long negotiations, they finally reached a compromise.
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A good relationship requires constant compromise from both sides.
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agreementsettlementdealbargainmiddle ground
2.

a situation in which something is exposed to danger or weakened

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The security breach was a serious compromise of user data.
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His reputation suffered a major compromise after the scandal.
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vulnerabilityriskjeopardyweakeningimpairment
1.

to accept standards that are lower than desirable

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We cannot compromise on safety standards.
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He refused to compromise his principles.
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concedegive inyieldbargainsettle
2.

to expose to danger or weaken (a reputation, principle, etc.)

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Smoking can compromise your health.
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The leaked information could compromise the entire operation.
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endangerjeopardizeundermineweakenprejudice