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Meaning of the word compromise in English

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compromise

US /ˈkɑːm.prə.maɪz/
UK /ˈkɑːm.prə.maɪz/
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Noun

1.

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

Example:
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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.
Synonym:
agreementsettlementdealbargainmiddle ground
2.

a situation in which something is exposed to danger or weakened

Example:
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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.
Synonym:
vulnerabilityriskjeopardyweakeningimpairment

Verb

1.

to accept standards that are lower than desirable

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

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

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